APRIL 2016

PARK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

IMPORTANT DAYS IN APRIL

Banquet & AuctionsSaturday, 4/9

Preview DayMonday, 4/11

Testing Weekfor grades 1-9

Monday –Thursday,4/18-21

No School,Snow Make-up Day

Friday, 4/22

North Dakota’s Top Middle Level Youth VolunteerEvan Knoll (PCS 5th grader) has been named North Dakota’s top Middle Level Youth Volunteer by the 2016 Prudential Spirit of the Community Awards program. He will receive a $1,000 award, an engraved silver medallion, and an all-expense paid trip for himself and one parent to Washington D.C. for a series of national recognition events. In 2015, his older sister Lauren (PCS 7th grader at the time), received this prestigious award along with the President’s Volunteer Service Award. The Knoll family attended last year’s recognition events in Washington D.C. They were inspired by the keynote speaker and motivated to do more, gain focus, and proceed with their efforts with more intention. As a result, they created their own Seeds of Hope:

President’s Volunteer Service AwardCameron Knoll (PCS 10th grader) and Jordan Kerr (PCS 12th grader) received the 2016 President’s Volunteer Service Award through this same program. This award recognizes Americans of all ages who have volunteered significant amounts of their time to serve their communities and their country on behalf of President Barack Obama.

Serving Faithfully

Cameron’s Seed - To create awareness, advocacy, and fundraising for the permanent housing.

Evan’s Seed - To plant and maintain community gardens, raise awareness, and encourage healthy eating habits. He is implementing this at Bright Sky Gardens, Compassion House Gardens, and White Earth Hope Camp.

Lauren’s Seed - To create awareness, encourage volunteerism, and fundraise with mustard seed necklaces.

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Sub-section Knowledge Bowl ResultsOne of the PCS Knowledge Bowl teams, comprised of Jordan Kerr, Molly Jasperse, Mark Schwandt, Josiah Quanbeck, and Tommy Stueland, placed 2nd overall at Sub-sections and moved on to the Section meet. Knowledge Bowl is coached by Mr. Matt Larson.

Band Contest ResultsEighteen 5th-8th grade instrumental students participated in the Young Musicians Festival at Central Cass School in Casselton, ND. Six PCS entries were awarded with the top star rating.PCS 7th and 8th grade band students competed in the Raging Red Band Festival at NDSU. They received the Bronze Award as well as recognizing outstanding soloists Anna Koslowsky and Tessa Hultin.Fourteen out of the fifteen PCS instrumental entries received a “Superior” rating at MSHSL Solo/Ensemble contest and now qualify for the state contest.Students receiving a superior rating:Flute Trio: Keziah Quanbeck, Mackenzie Weinberger, Allyson KangasClarinet Trio: (They received a perfect 40/40 score!) Ally Lutz, Grace Heinen, Molly MetzgerSaxophone Quartet: Jared Motschenbacher, Brandon Lien, Jacob Klug, Ryan KerrSaxophone Quartet: Olson Langness, Kai Nellermoe, Paris Arnhalt, Amanda StromFrench Horn Duet: Anna Skarphol and AnnaGrace ZiebarthTrumpet Quartet: Nicole Jasperse, Emily Hultin, Carl Bumgarner, Hannah HansenTrombone Duet: Seth Heinen and Alex IversonPercussion Ensemble: Cameron Hoff, Joshua Schmiess, Tommy Stueland, Evan LuomaTenor Sax Solo: Olson LangnessTenor Sax Solo: Mark SchwandtTrumpet Solo: Nicole JasperseViolin Solo: Sarah HerlihyAlto Sax Solo: Kai NellermoeAlto Sax Solo: Chloe Drummond

Sr. High Choir Contest ResultsPCS Senior High Choir students had thirteen entries in the MSHSL Sub-section Vocal Solo & Ensemble Music Festival at LPA HS.The following eight entries received Superior rating and now qualify for the MSHSL State/Section Solo & Ensemble Music Festival.Solo: Jordan KerrSolo: Kate LodewykDuet: Josiah Quanbeck and Keziah QuanbeckDuet: Kate Lodewyk and Katherine RiendeauFreshmen/Sophomore Women’s Ensemble: Anika Carlson, Hannah Hansen, Amy Jacobson, Sarah Jansen, Julia Matthews-Halmrast, Kaelen Olson, Keziah Quanbeck, Claire Steinberg, Olivia WagendorfJunior Women’s Ensemble:Carmen Albrecht, Sarah Herlihy, Nissa Hoiberg, Kate Lodewyk, Destiny Miller, Taryn Nellermoe, Lexi Noyes, Katherine RiendeauSenior Women’s Ensemble:Molly Jasperse, Heidi Lageson, Rachael Lizakowski, Ally Lutz, Mary McCrea, Ana Monson, Morgan NepstadPCS Singers:Sarah Herlihy, Niisa Hoiberg, Grant Invie, Molly Jasperse, Jordan Kerr, Cameron Knoll, Olson Langness, Rachael Lizakowski, Kate Lodewyk, Ally Lutz, Taryn Nellermoe, Josiah Quanbeck, Katherine Riendeau, Mark Schwandt, Dan Thompson

Congratulations to Ally Lutz on winning a $2500 Scholarship from MSUM for her #BeADragon video submission! Mr. Brock Jensen visits PCS

Emma B., Emily S., Regan N.

Pajama Day - 7th graders

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Cheer TeamFalcon Spirit Award – Claire SteinbergRuth Award – Julia Matthews-HalmrastCaptain: Emily Christoffers

Girls’ Basketball AwardsVarsityRuth Award – Adrianna KallisFalcon MVP Award – Morgan Nepstad Most Improved – Ingrid SwansonHustle Award – Adrianna KallisDefensive Award – Karley MotschenbacherCaptains: Morgan Nepstad, Adrianna KallisGirls’ Basketball Captains – Morgan Nepstad and Adrianna KallisJVRuth Award – Hannah HansenFalcon MVP Award – Hannah HansenMost Improved – Molly MetzgerHustle Award – Anna SkarpholDefensive Award – Ashley Hansen

WINTER SPORTS AWARDSWe are proud of all our PCS athletes for carrying themselves with honor and class! The following awards were given out to athletes at season-end athletic banquets:

Boys’ Basketball AwardsVarsityMost Improved – Brock AamodtDefensive POY – Jordan KerrMVP – Steele SenskeFalcon Award – Seth HeinenTitus – Jordan KerrBoys’ Basketball Captains – Jordan Kerr, Zach Kvalvog, Mark SchwandtJVMost Improved – Carter AamodtDefensive POY – Brandon LienMVP – Kai NellermoeFalcon Award – Kai NellermoeTitus – Josiah Quanbeck

Pine to Prairie 2015-16 Basketball Conference AwardsBoys’ All Conference – Steele Senske, Honorary Boys’ All Conference – Zach Kvalvog and Mark SchwandtBoys’ Honorable Mention – Jordan Kerr, Girls’ All Conference – Morgan Nepstad, Girls’ Honorable Mention – Karley Motschenbacher

Boys’ Hockey(Co-op with Fargo South/Shanley/PCS)Max Anderson played on the team.

Girls’ Varsity Hockey(Co-op with West Fargo/PCS)The team took 2nd place in the ND State tournament. Maleah Stromme received EDC All-Conference, State All-Tournament Team, and All-State First Team.Congratulations Maleah!

NW Choir/Orchestra Tour Everett S. Spiritual Emphasis Day Worship Team

Emma A., Annika F., Annika A.Tortoises visit Mrs. Volla’s class

Griffin L., Harry W.Jadyn F., Maddie O.

Kindergarten Pajama Day

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Incredible Donations for PCS AthleticsOver the past 4 months, the Essentia trainer, Allison Kucera, PCS Strength and Conditioning Coach, Kurt Motschenbacher, and PCS Activities Director, Tyler Tracy have worked with private donors and the newly formed PCS Athletic Booster club raising funds, that have been matched by Essentia Health, to provide for updating of the PCS training room with new equipment, tables, desk, and storage cabinets. The high tech Ultrasound machine is already in use and is critical to student athlete recovery from injury. The new training table (shown below) is on order. Note: We are incredibly fortunate to have Allison Kucera, Athletic Trainer, on staff, at no cost to PCS, thanks to Essentia Health. Additionally, the Parent Association funds raised at the Auctions April 9th will go to purchase a drop down curtain for gym. This curtain will greatly enhance the usage of our gym for Phy Ed classes, indoor recess, and tournaments. Thank you Parent Association and Auction Committee!

New Strength and Conditioning ProgramMr. Motschenbacher is heading up a fundraising effort for an online strength and conditioning program for our students from Volt Athletics. A PCS grandparent has generously offered a matching donation up to $5,000 for this program. The new Volt V2 Platform serves as a centralized training hub for all coaches, our athletic trainer, and athletes, providing immediate access to a suite of sport specific training resources including individualized workouts, step-by-step instructions, technique videos, and an advanced tracking system. The Volt Platform is currently in use and the funds in part will be used to maintain the program and help with additional technology upgrades, including a large screen TV, tablet access for athletes to the online platform to view and record their workouts, and additional equipment to better train our athletes.

Summer in the Weight RoomThe weight room will be fully supervised this summer from 8:00 am -12:00 noon 4-5 days a week. V programs will include injury prevention exercises, a SAQ (Speed, Agility, and Quickness) program, a sport specific strength program, and a conditioning program. The JH program will include speed, agility, and strength programs and will be designed based on their level of experience. Approximate cost will be $100 for the summer 8-week program. Mr. Motschenbacher will be at PCS all summer to run the program. Watch for sign-ups this spring.

PCS Olive Garden Night - 4/12A second PCS Olive Garden night is scheduled for Tuesday, April 12th. From 4:00 - 10:00 pm, 10% of ALL proceeds (from everyone in the restaurant!) will be given to PCS Athletics, up to $1000!! Let’s make $1,000 for PCS Athletics! As a result of great PCS support at the October Olive Garden night, PCS received $800. Make it a family night! See you at Olive Garden Tuesday, April 12th!

We are proud of PCS 2014 Alums Matt Moberg and Hunter Nickel. Hunter plays for NDSCS, Wahpeton, mens’ basketball team. The team won the Region XIII championship and the District 11 championship, earning a berth in the National Junior College Division 1 mens’ tournament in Hutchinson, Kansas. They won their first game, making school history. Congratulations Hunter and team!

Matt is part of the NDSU Men’s Track and Field team. He placed 7th in the mens’ Heptathlon at the Summit League Indoor Track and Field Championship, and the NDSU team took 1st place overall!! Congratulations Matt and team!

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Guests are always welcome to Chapel!

April Chapel Schedule April 4 7-12 Jay Schaefer, PCS Parent, Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch K-3 Amy Rogness, PCS teacher

April 11 7-12 Dr. Ken Hannah, Dallas Theological Seminary - retired 4-6 Amy Rogness, PCS teacher

April 18 7-12 Jim Pardee, Trails End Ranch - Montana K-3 Pam Killerlain, PCS parent

April 25 7-12 Praise and Worship 4-6 Pam Killerlain, PCS parent

Junior/Senior High (Gym) 8:10-8:50 am, Elementary (Fine Arts Room) 8:10-8:40 am

Michael G., Caleb L.

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ShakeyWednesdayMoms in Prayer 2:00–3:00 pm in the conf. rm.

Moms in Prayer 2:00–3:00 pm in the conf. rm

NationalHonorSociety Induction,7:00 am,Fine Arts room Moms in Prayer 2:00–3:00 pm in the conf. rm.

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Large group Vocal MSHSL Contest,Concordia

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Auctions

Preview Day8:00 – 11:30 am. Invite friends!

PCS night at Olive Garden 4-10:00 pm PA meeting,6:30 pm, library.

3rd gradeFamous People Speeches, 1:00 pm, Fine Arts Room. Coffee will be served in the Commons following.

Grades 1-9 testingNo School,snow make up day

Moms in Prayer 2:00–3:00 pm in the conf. rm.

Mid quarter4-6th grade Musical 7:00 p.m., gymnasium

J/S Banquet and Grand March, 4:30 pm doors open for 5:00 p.m. Grand March, Fargo Air Museum

5:00 PM | RAMADA

Grades 1-9 testing Grades 1-9 testingGrades 1-9 testing

Rebecca P., Sarah H. Kylee I., Hannah H., Chloee H.

Amanda S., Grace H.

Faith F.Julia F.Makenna C.

Joshua S. Tommy S.

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Lance B.Katelyn D.Haley K. Titus L.

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Claire L. Chloe A.Bailey M.

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Famous People SpeechesEach PCS 3rd grader chooses a famous person to research, writes a 3 minute speech on this person, memorizes the speech, and dresses the part to present it to friends and family. These presentations will be given on Friday, April 15, 1:00 pm, in the Fine Arts Room. Coffee will be served in the Commons following. These students work very hard on these presentations and they are a PCS highlight. Everyone is welcome to attend.

PCS Elementary Choir, Grades 4/5/6 Present:

“It’s Cool in the Furnace”A Musical about Daniel, Nebuchadnezzar,

Shadrach, Meshach, and AbednegoFriday, April 29, 7:00 p.m.

PCS Gym-atorium

Junior/Senior Grand MarchSaturday, April 30, 5:00 p.m.

Door open at 4:30Fargo Air MuseumEveryone welcome!

Scheels Moorhead is now

carrying PCS Water Bottles!

Alexa C.Roller Skating

Sophia B.

4th graders

Faith F., Cierra C., London N., Alexis S.

Mr. Franklin talks about Ecuador to

Mrs. Nelson’s class

Cooper K., Daniel D., Gabriana H., Mollie R.

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PCS was the recipient of a book grant, receiving a “book bundle” of agriculture related books for students in grades K-2. Congratulations PCS Library!

PCS SummerSport Camps

Elementary BBB – grades 3-6, June 20-24Elementary GBB – grades 2-6,July 11-13Football – July 25-28; grades 7/8, 3:30-5:30; grades 9-12, 5:30-8:00 pm.Strength and Conditioning - June-July, Mondays-Fridays, 8:00 am-12:00 pm daily, approximately $100.00

8th Grade DC FundraiserPlant sale - including a variety of annuals – flowers, vegetables, herbs, and hanging baskets from Glacial Ridge Growers. Estimated delivery date is May 18th.To order, please contact your favorite 8th grader, pick up a form in the office, or contact Jennifer Lien by e-mail (sjlien@q.com) or 701/371-5803.

Parent Association Needs President needed!Contact Carmen Lodewyk at loder@q.com to inquire.

Attend meetings! The meetings are held in the PCS Library every 2nd Tuesday of the month, 6:30 pm. Free childcare provided. Next meeting, Tuesday, April 11, 6:30 pm. Teresa Nickel, Director of Admissions and Marketing will be presenting. Teacher Appreciation Week, May 2-5Be watching for how you can be involved.

Annual Rummage SaleThursday evening, May 26 and Friday, May 27. Last year’s Rummage Sale made $2,600!!Save your gently used items for the PCS Rummage Sale!!!!

Annual Actual to Budget 2/29/16INCOME Tuition/Registration fees- net of Fin Aid 2,616,500 1,629,561 Development Income 392,000 199,611 Lunch/Milk/Juice 123,000 92,322 Extracurricular 62,240 42,537 Income from Investments 50,000 0 Misc. Income 36,000 18,548 3,279,740 1,982,578 EXPENSE Elementary Costs 923,825 556,643 Secondary Costs 656,985 404,086 Administration 608,905 405,562 Facilities 245,685 151,769 Development 206,455 116,956 Extra Curricular 189,325 100,400 Marketing/admissions 126,324 79,140 Food - Lunch Milk Juice 122,475 62,963 Information Technology 94,434 62,029 Transportation 69,800 34,890 Library 16,254 9,307 3,260,467 1,983,744 Net gain/loss 19,273 -1,166

PCS FINANCIAL SNAPSHOTOperating Budget for School Year 2015-2016Here is a snapshot of the finances for Park Christian School operations as of the end of February. Updates will be provided approximately once a quarter throughout the year. Praise the Lord for His provision for this school!

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THE PCS IMPACT Stories of Spiritual Influence Since 1981

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Turn your eyes upon Jesus. This hymn was written by Helen Howarth Lemmel and first published in 1918. Perhaps this will encourage you like it encouraged me.

O soul, are you weary and troubled? No light in the darkness you see? There’slightforalookattheSavior,andlifemoreabundantandfree. Turn your eyes upon Jesus, look full in His wonderful face, And the things of earth will grow strangely dim, In the light of His glory and grace. Through death into life everlasting He passed, and we follow Him there; O’erussinnomorehathdominionformorethanconqu’orsweare! His Word shall not fail you, He promised; Believe Him and all will be well; Then go to a world that is dying, His perfect salvation to tell!

The writer of Hebrews says it this way, “Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God” Hebrews 12:2.May God grant us all the ability and desire to turn and fix our eyes on Jesus. That’s my perspective.

An e-mail received from PCS parent, Matt Endreson“I had the privileged of participating in your chapel and I left feeling so filled with the Spirit and love. I am so proud that this school is where my children will call home for the most influential years of their life. To look out and see the students engage in such a worshipful and heartfelt way, it really took my breath away. The mission to empower these children with the education that you do, and to take time out of your day to hold a chapel of that magnitude, wow. Hats off to your whole staff. Thank you for providing such a great place for my wife to work as well. You each have chosen a great mission in your life, and I as a parent and husband, am indebted and so thankful for what Kaycee, and soon to be Tenley will receive there. Keep up the great work! You are doing Godly service in our community. Thank you for allowing us to spend some time with your students.”

An e-mail received from PCS mom, Jackie Schmidt “This is why we love PCS and our awesome Coach Jess!!” (Coach Jessica Nellermoe, PCS class of 2012)

An e-mail received from a PCS mom the day after Spiritual Emphasis Day “Thank you for Spiritual Emphasis day yesterday. When I dropped our daughter off at school today I asked her how I could pray for her. She said to pray the spiritual mountain top that she is on from yesterday‘s activities won’t leave her. God showed up yesterday. Thank you Jesus!”