Important Days in januaryThursday, 1/3

School ResumesMonday, 1/14Preview DayTuesday, 1/15

Kindergarten Round-upFriday, 1/18

End of SemesterMonday, 1/21No School.

Teacher in-service

PARK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

FALCONFLIERJanuary

2019

Thursday, January 18 and Tuesdays, February 27 and March 20

5:00 - 6:00 pmRSVP at 218-236-0500

A hands-on event for children and their parents.

Tuesday, January 15Monday, February 25Tuesday, March 195:00 – 6:00 pmRSVP at 218-236-0500

Brand NewCommons/Entrance& K-3 classrooms August 2019

Come meet our early learning experts – Mrs. Allen and Mrs. Ryding

PREVIEW DAYFor inquiring students in 1st – 11th grade

Monday, January 14 8:00 – 11:30 am

Pre-register your student at 218-236-0500

There’s no better way to experience PCS than to step foot on our campus. Come

visit. You will be glad you did!

Students on the move2

MN Basketball NewsMN Basketball News Issue #2 lists the PCS girls ranking #20 in Class 1A.Juniors Tanner Brunsberg and Karley Motschenbacher are each one the top 50 players in Class 1A according to MN BB news.

Congressional DebateThe PCS speech team completed their Congressional Debate season December 1st. Highlights of the season include:Elizabeth Krause won excellent speaker at the Hawley High School scrimmage.Nate Krause earned excellent speaker during the Fergus Falls scrimmage.The team attended the MN Congressional Debate Tournament with over 50 schools competing. Nate advanced to Super Congress and placed 11th out of 76 speakers in his category. Congratulations Nate and Elizabeth Krause for a successful season! The MSHSL competitive speech season begins late January and all 7-12 grade students are invited to join. See Mrs. Striker for more information.

Falcon FIRST® LEGO® LeagueOne of the Falcon First Lego League teams is working on finding a wider variety of food to grow in space for their team project. They researched what plants had already been grown in space and what conditions they had been grown in. The International Space Station (ISS) is 71 degrees F, 40% humidity, and has high levels of carbon dioxide. They researched and identified four plants that could survive in the ISS environment; squash, faro, Russian Banana Fingerling potatoes, and cilantro. They narrowed it down to cilantro and decided to grow some. The cilantro is planted in an aquarium with grow lights in Miss Norby’s classroom. By Hazel Striker and Alexis ScheidSome people think that First Lego league is all about building Legos and programing, but it is not. Along with Legos, there is a theme each year. Last year it was hydrodynamics, and we had a fund raiser for building a well. This year it is space. There were tons of problems we could choose from, but we chose trash. It does not only pose a problem in taking up space, but it could have a health effect on the astronauts. Our team thought we could use a plasma incinerator. It heats the trash to about 17,000 degrees. The International Space Station can hold about 2 metric tons of trash in which they send down in transports, but we want to get rid of it. If we get rid of most of the trash, the astronauts have more room for scientific research and technology. We made a model of how we thought the plasma incinerator would work as part of our presentation. By Samuel RedingtonThe Falcon First Lego League teams are coached by Miss Norby. Two mentor volunteers from John Deere assist the teams: Ethan Zillinger and Mark Jones. (Mark Jones is Mrs. Isaak’s father). Sixteen PCS students in 4-6th grades comprise the three Falcon First Lego League teams.

Swim & Dive Year End AwardsDanielle Heckaman was awarded Hardest Worker, for the 2nd year in a row.Congratulations Danielle!

Bridger C., Kaleb T., Owen B.Samuel R., Rafe S., Jonah R., Micah J.Jorgen R., Alexis S., Brooklyn J., Josiah C., Sophie H., Hazel S.

3IN THE CLASSROOM

Eden L.

5th Graders ServingPCS 5th graders made table centerpieces, room decorations, and care packages for residents of the New Life Center.

Computer Science Principles Class Creates ScenesGroups in Mr. Burgstahler’s Computer Science Principles class developed code that created a scene. One group’s project was especially exceptional and was used as the example shown at the code.org conference that Mr. Burgstahler attended. Visit bit.ly/codescene to see their work.*All of Mr. Burgstahler’s computer classes took part in the Hour of Code. Hour of Code gives students the opportunity to develop apps and programs and learn a little bit about what it takes to make computers run.

Interesting ProjectsMrs. Howe’s Classes- Learned to play dreidel and dance the Horace 8th grade Bible. - 9th grade Geography students researched castles as they lay groundwork for continued study of castle life and feudalism and its effects on Europe’s history, culture, traditions, and way of life….

Mr. Nelson’s 10th grade World History History ClassAutopsy of an Empire project. Students used the analogy of an obituary and an autopsy report to depict the success and eventual downfall of a classical civilization (approximately 600 BCE – 600 CE). Each body part represents some element of the empire, for example the head = significant leaders, hands = art and architecture, and the feet = trade routes, currencies, and goods traded. Students created the posters and also had to write a one-page obituary that reflect the lasting contributions of the empire and how the empire died.

Eggnog chug

Andrew H.

outside the classroom4Park Christian students packed a total of 191 shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child. Elementary students packed boxes in their classrooms and prayed over each shoebox. The sixth grade classes went to Triumph Church to assist in packing and loading shoeboxes to be shipped to Minneapolis and beyond. We appreciate your generous giving and support. Thank you for helping us teach our students the blessing of giving.

Fill the Domeserving faithfully and giving generouslyPark Christian collected 8444 individual items for Fill the Dome! In the elementary contest, 5th grade took 1st place; 6th grade took 2nd; 2nd grade took 3rd place.In 7th-12th grades, seniors took 1st place; juniors took 2nd place; 7th grade took 3rd place. Thank you for generously contributing food for the Fargo Moorhead and the surrounding communities.

5th grade scrimmage

Career Expo

Josiah C., Kaycee E.Addyson S.

Stuart N., Bridger C., Josiah C., Luke O.

Ingrid E.

Amy J., Nicole J., Jaida C., Emmalee S.

Andie S., Mary H.

Tanner G., Sam S.

Y PCS SCHOOL CALENDAR

Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdaySunday Monday Tuesday

JANUARY

ShakeyWednesday!!

Caleb L.

Carson B.

Matthew S.

Daniel S.

No school. Office closed.

No school. Office closed.

Geography Bee, 1:25 pm, gym;PA mtg, 6:30 pm, library

End of semester 1.

Science Fair

Jr High Ski trip;

Tournament of Champions.

4-6 & 7-12 Chapel, 8:10 am, Guests welcome; Spelling Bee, 9:15 am, gym

ShakeyWednesday!!

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6 7 8 9 10 11 12

13 14 15 16 17 18 19

20 21 22 23 24 25 26

27 28 29 30 31 1 2

Amy J.

Joshua R.

Feed My Starving Children 5th, 6th, & 7-12th grades; Jr High Ski trip

Feed My Starving ChildrenOn February 1, PCS students in grades 5,6, & 9-12, staff, and any willing parents will participate in Feed My Starving Children from 12:00–2:00 pm at Scheels Arena. Feed My Starving Children is a Christian nonprofit hunger relief organization working with volunteers to produce food packets to distribute to children around the world. Chaperones and additional adult volunteers are needed! Sign up online at bit.ly/PCSFMSC or contact Miss Hoven at jhoven@parkchristianschool.org.

Classes resume

K-6 & 7-12 Chapel, 8:10 am, everyone welcome; 4/5/6th grade BBB starts

Preview Day 8-11:30 am K-3 & 7-12 Chapel, 8:10 am, everyone welcome.

K Round-up

No school; Teacher in-service.

FunFair4-7 pm

5:00 pm

Molly M.Emmalee S.

Ellie A.

Matthew S.

Ariana M.

Tanner G.

Kennedy M.

Gavin G. Freddie L.

Saturday, 2/99:00 – 11:30 am

For boys and girls in K-8th grade.Non PCS students welcome!

PCS gym$25.00/student

Registration deadline: January 9Keziah Q. Chris S. Amanda S. Casey K.

6 Christ in christmas

K Christmas Program

6-8th grade Musical

PCS Singers at the mall

Molly D., Brody S.

Hazel S., Kailyn W., Rebecca P., Abby L.

Brooklyn G.Zachary N.

Kendra H., Brynlee C.

Matthew J., Isaiah Q., Josh M. Luke O., Maggie W.

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1st - 3rd grade Malia B.

Riley E., Ben C., Karson F.

4th & 5th grade choir

Will L.

Ethan H.

Jadyn R.

Senior High choir

Jenna R.Jazz Ensemble

Jack W., Blake I., Amanda S.

Tyson Z. Cooper L

8 upcoming events

Saturday, April 13NEW LOCATION - Holiday Inn, Fargo

You don’t want to miss this evening! Plan now to sponsor a table, provide an auction item, invite friends, help with the event…..call 218-236-0500 and ask for Teresa or Shari to find out how you can be involved!

PCS Banquet & Auctions

February 14Hosted by impactgiveback.org. 24-hour fundraising event

GivingHeartsDay

Annual PCS Athletics Fundraiser - Tournament of ChampionsFriday and Saturday, January 25-26All students involved in PCS and Co-op Athletics (grades 7-12) and their parents will be expected to work a shift during the TOC. Please put this important date on your calendar.This tournament is the major fund raiser for our Booster Club to support our Athletic Department.

Geography & Spelling BeesGeography Bee - Tuesday 1/8, 1:25 pm, gymSpelling Bee – Monday, 1/28, 9:15 am, gymFour students from each grade (grades 4-8) will compete in these school level competitions. Please come and enjoy the Bees!

Senior picture deadline February 4th CLASS OF 2019 - please send the following pictures: 1. Digital picture for yearbook. Headshot, color, portrait layout. Send to: lburgstahler@parkchristianschool.org2. Hard copy, wallet size, portrait layout, color, head shot: for wall mounted senior class frame. Give to Mrs. Noyes in the office. 3. Scanned (or hard copy that will be returned) baby picture for the yearbook and JS banquet. Send to lburgstahler@parkchristianschool.org

Zayne S.Dahlia T.

Marlee B.

Lilly D.Tanner B. Karley M.

Ashley H.Kai N.

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How Can I Help?Fun Fair - February 2nd - 4:00-7:00pmPlease watch for a Sign-up Genius Link for ways that you can volunteer to make this night a success! Attention Small Business Owners - We are looking for Game Sponsors for the Fun Fair. Game Sponsors are $50 and will receive an 8x10 advertisement by the game sponsored. Please contact Abby Fisher (vp.pcsparentassociation@gmail.com) if you are interested in helping in this way!Come to the next meeting – January 8, 6:30 pm, libraryParent Association -- Treasurer needed!The PCS Parent Association is need of someone to serve as Treasurer. No accounting experience necessary. PA leadership is an awesome way to be involved and experience a community within the community! To learn more, contact Julie Carlson at parkchristian.parentassociation@gmail.com.

What Have We Been Up To?This fall, you have helped us raise over $700 through Skate City and Restaurant Night Fundraisers! Thanks for supporting the Parent Association. With this money we have been able to purchase:• Hands-on learning manipulatives for Mrs. Volla, Mrs.

Ryding, and Miss Wibbels.• A set of classroom headphones for Mr. Burgstahler.• We were also able to fund an accompanist for our choirs.

Moms in Prayer“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways, acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.” (Prov. 3:5-6)Do you ever worry about your kids? Do you want God’s best to become a reality in their lives? My pastor says, “if you want to know what you are depending on God for, check your prayer list.” I don’t know about you, but there’s no area I need His strength more than in PARENTING!Park Christian invests many amazing “seeds” in our kids but (like Paul said in 1 Cor. 3) it’s God who makes things grow! Each Friday, moms from PCS join together to pray. We ask the Lord to give our kids courage and determination. We ask Him to reveal sin in their lives. We ask Him to protect them. We ask Him to draw out their gifts and to give them wisdom. We ask Him to make our kids more like Christ.Do you want to experience joy and breakthrough that can only come by praying with others? Whether you‘re seasoned in prayer or just a beginner, the simple “Moms in Prayer International” format gives every person language to praise and thank God, to pour out specific requests for our kids and schools, and to grow strong in FAITH as we agree together in “one accord” prayer. Moms in Prayer currently meets on Friday mornings from 8:10-9:15. We would LOVE to include you! Contact Rita Ludeman (866.4399) or Becky Carlson with questions (212.5277).--From PCS parent Becky Carlson

Holiday Lights at Lindenwood ParkWe hope you had a chance to go through the park and see all the displays this December. Thank you to the PA for checking on the display throughout the month.

Heaven’s Angels Fund Thank you to the Parent Association and those who gave so generously to gift all the staff with a monetary remem-brance through the Heaven’s Angels Fund. The faculty and staff are touched by your thoughtfulness and care. Faculty & Staff Meals for P/T Conference EveningsA huge thank you from all the faculty and staff for the delicious soup dinners for P/T conference evenings, provided by the PA and 8th grade class families!!

YearbooksOrder your 2018-19 Yearbook through 1/25 for the BEST PRICE!Visit jostens.com/ and choose the correct school name and grade.

Continuous EnrollmentWhat is Continuous Enrollment??? Your child is enrolled until you tell us they are not. (or they graduate!) =) It’s that easy!If there will be a change in your child’s enrollment status, you must fill out a Change of Enrollment Status form prior to the February 5th deadline. You will receive an e-mail link to the Change of Enrollment Status form in early January, along with the tuition schedule, shuttle contract, and instructions for enrolling new students. The non-refundable $100/current student Classroom Reservation fee will appear on your March FACTS Tuition statement. After February 5, 2019, the Classroom Reservation fee will be $150.00 per current student.

How did God lead you to Park Christian School?Brendan and I grew up in Fergus Falls and moved to Fargo shortly afterward. We have five boys, and as our family grew, our public school experiences felt rather big and overwhelming, especially as a large family split between schools. In this season, the Lord stirred an unsettledness in our hearts. We committed to pray regularly over three areas of our lives, including school for our boys. That April, we toured PCS and thought, “we’ve got to make this work.” God revealed to us we need Christians around our family, including a Biblical community for our kids all day long for them to thrive. It was a huge commitment, but the Lord moved our hearts to say one yes after another, working out every circumstance for us to be here in His perfect timing.

How have you seen your children grow in your time at PCS?When kids feel loved in Christ they can thrive academically and emotionally. We’ve seen that in our boys. One of our boys struggled to meet the unreachable expectations of his teacher, which led to an emotionally draining year for him. His self-esteem in the classroom was very low. At PCS, he has felt love and grace from his teacher. He has experienced the love of Jesus through his teacher! What a gift that is to him and us! We have seen a transformation in his heart! As he experienced more peace in his classroom, he became more comfortable to succeed academically. When we changed schools, we saw an immediate improvement in school work, independence, and discipline in our kids’ studies.

How has PCS met or exceeded your expectations?It has completely exceeded them! We didn’t fully understand how a Christian atmosphere would affect our kids. Now we’re seeing incredible fruit and we’re only 2 ½ months in! Each week, we see them worshipping in chapel, incorporating the Bible into every subject, and experiencing the love of Christ through students and teachers. The love of Jesus is integrated into every part of the Park experience – including classroom discipline – and it has incredible impact!My oldest recently said, “Mom, I love this school.” In this short time, he has seen the difference! I told my husband, “We have made a lot of good decisions in our lives, but PCS is one of the best.”

What would you tell other families who are praying about joining the Park community?This is a critical season of life for young believers. Through Park, we’ve learned so much about what our kids need, and how important it is to surround them with Christ-followers. In just a few months, we’ve seen such spiritual growth in them. We wonder, “what will five years in this environment look like?” It’s just so exciting!As parents of FIVE enrolled kids, we can confidently say this: Don’t let the money get in the way. It wasn’t easy for us to throw money at such a big decision. If you don’t see a way financially, take a chance and see if the Lord will provide. We believe when you take a step of faith, He will! As we’ve walked this road, our perspective has changed. Now we don’t ask, “will the money be there?” Instead, we believe God WILL make a way. To keep our kids here . . . we will rearrange our lives to keep them at Park. We would change our priorities to make it work. It has been THAT worthwhile!” Brendan &Trista Giese

The Rest of the StoryWe will tell you part of the Giese story on the Continuous Enrollment postcard (to be received by all current families),

and part of their story on the January Preview Day invitation (to be received by prospective parents). But the whole story is so good, we didn’t want you to miss any of it, so we hope you enjoy it and are blessed with ‘the rest of the story.’