APRIL 2017

IMPORTANT DAYS IN APRIL

Saturday, 4/8Banquet & Auctions

Monday, 4/10Preview Day

Friday – Monday,4/14-17

No school,office closed.

Monday-Friday,4/24-28

Tera Novatesting week

PARK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

Joel Newton is the Physical Plant Manager and has worked at PCS for 7 years. Mr. Newton holds a degree in Art Education and Bible from Pillsbury Baptist Bible College and is married to Diane. He has two grown boys. What does Park Christian School mean to you? It’s not just a job. PCS is a place where I can minister to students indirectly by keeping the school safe, clean, and comfortable. A favorite thing at Park is seeing students grow and mature in the Lord to the point where they are serving others. The best part about following Jesus

is……He is my Savior! I love to serve Him because He love me first and gave His life for me.

Mr. Tofibam has worked at PCS on and off since 2007. He taught Bible and French, and currently is a full time custodian. Mr. Tofibam has a Master of Divinity from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky. He is married to Naomi and they have 4 children. What do you like to do in your spare time? Write Sunday school lessons and theological articles. I am currently working on some book manuscripts that I hope to publish. I also coordinate outreach activities at my church, where we currently conduct ELL classes and a community garden. The best part about following Jesus is……His WORD! His word is truth; a source of encouragement, direction, wisdom, and comfort.

Indeed sweeter than honey as a source of meditation. In it I find Jesus and the Father, and the plan of God for the world. I believe it and wait eagerly for its final fulfilment.

Monday, April 10 | 8:00 – 11:30 amPlease RSVP at 218-236-0500

for inquiring students in grades 1-11

PREVIEW DAY

Serving Faithfully - Two Men with Hearts of Gold

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Tri-College Math Contest On Tuesday, 3/14 (Pi Day!), six eight-member teams from PCS participated in the annual regional tri-college competition that was held at NDSU. Each student took an individual exam of word problems without the aid of a calculator. After the 45-minute test, each team worked together to solve an additional ten problems. The team score was comprised of the sum of the individuals’ scores and the team exam score. We had awards at each level of the competition!11th & 12th grades: Anna Skarphol placed 2nd as an individual; Jonah Jelinski placed in the top 10.9th & 10th grades: one team placed 2nd, comprised of: Sam Carlson, Jacob Jelinski, Carter Aamodt, Andre Nelson, Tommy Stueland, Josh Schmiess, Kai Nellermoe and Chris Stone.7th & 8th grades: Ben Carlson and Nate Krause placed in the top 10.The math track meet competition is a wonderful learning experience for our students. They are given the opportunity to demonstrate their problem solving ability. We are very proud of the students who represented Park Christian School. The teams are coached by Mr. Larson, Mrs. Biebighauser and Mrs. Hanson.

Music Competition ResultsCentral Cass Young Musicians Festival Results - for 7/8th grade band and choirEntrees receiving the highest “Star” rating: Kadin Schultz: Trumpet Solo; Josh Messelt: Marimba and Snare Drum Solos; Sarah Horky: Violin Solo; Ellika Johnson: Flute Solo; Rubie Dobbins: Vocal Solo; Jadyn Rude: Alto Sax/Trumpet Duet and Alto Sax Solo; Maggie Waslaski: Alto Sax/Trumpet Duet and Trumpet Solo; Andie Sandman and Mary Hilbrands: Clarinet and Flute Duet; Emma Ziebarth: Clarinet and Piano Solos; Belle Suckert: Clarinet Solo; Olivia Simon: Flute Solo; Brynlee Christianson: Trumpet Duet; Ethan Hansen: Piano Solo; Nate Krause: Clarinet Solo; Talia Mercer: Piano Solo; Sophia Beach: Flute SoloTwo entries received “Stars” and also won “Outstanding Performance,” which is given to only three entries per judge at competition: Jacob Schaefer: Piano Solo; 7-8th Grade Vocal Ensemble: Stella Kaster, Eden Tofibam, Mikayla Larson, Loren Steinberg, Ariana Mercer, Talia Mercer, Madison Doeden, Emma Erkenbrack, Nate Krause, and Danielle Heckaman. The Raging Red Band Festival Results - 7th and 8th grade band large group 7/8th grade band large group received a “Silver” rating; Percussion and Flute sections received “Outstanding Section” award.

9th-12th Grade MSHSL Vocal and Band Solo and Ensemble Contest Results:

We are proud to raise the Girls’ Golf State Participant Banner in the gym. Congratulations girls, and we

look forward to another great season!

*Special thanks to Sarah Herlihy and Keziah Quanbeck for accompanying many of these solos and ensembles. Vocal Entrees Receiving a “Superior” rating: Grant Invie; Taryn Nellermoe; Josiah and Keziah Quanbeck; Keziah Quanbeck; 10 and 11th Grade Girls; 12th Grade Girls; 9-12th Grade Boys; Nicole Jasperse, Chris Stone, Ryan Kerr, and Keziah Quanbeck; Sarah Herlihy and Kate Lodewyk; PCS Singers; Kate and Georgia LodewykInstrumental Entrees Receiving a “Superior” rating: Kaylen Quanbeck: Flute Solo; Olson Langness: Tenor Saxophone Solo; Nicole Jasperse: Trumpet Solo and Trumpet Quintet; Carl Bumgarner, Hannah Hansen, Emily Hultin, Andy Lien: Trumpet Quintet; Kiley Christianson, JeNae Femling, Grace Heinen, Molly Metzger: Clarinet Quartet; Chloe Drummond, Amanda Strom: Saxophone Duet; Olson Langness, Brandon Lien, Jared Motschenbacher, Kai Nellermoe: Saxophone Ensemble; Allen Daugherty, Cameron Hoff, Jacob Jelinski, Evan Luoma, Andre Nelson, Tommy Stueland: Percussion Ensemble.

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Maleah Stromme plays for the West Fargo Girls’ Hockey co-op team. Maleah was named All-Conference for the East Region. Congratulations Maleah!

They ended with a 16-12 record, ranking #4 in our sub-section, winning the first Sub-Section game vs #5 NCE/UH. The following awards were given at the season-end banquet:

Varsity:Falcon Award – Karley Motschenbacher Ruth Award – Hannah HansenMost Improved – Anika CarlsonHustle Award – Molly MetzgerDefensive Award – Karley Motschenbacher

JV:Falcon Award – Madysen ReimcheRuth Award – Chloe DrummondMost Improved – Bria Larson & Allison LienHustle Award – Anna KoslowskyDefensive Award – Kylie Invi

PCS Pine to Prairie All- Conference Awards:1st Team – Karley Motschenbacher3rd Team – Ingrid SwansonHonorable Mention – Ashley HansenFifteen conference athletes are selected for All-Conference teams; the top five to 1st team, the next five to 2nd team, and the third five to the 3rd team.

Thanks to the PCS Cheer Team for their faithful encourage-ment and cheering at games!The following awards were given out at the season-end banquet:Ruth Award - Julia Matthews-HalmrastFalcon Spirit Award - Jenny Fuchs

JV AwardsKylee I. - Defensive;

Chloe D. - Ruth; Mady R. - Falcon; Anna K. - Hustle;

Allison L. & Bria L. - Most Improved

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE GBB TEAM ON A SUCCESSFUL SEASON!

Varsity Awards Molly M. - Hustle;

Anika C. - Most Improved; Hannah H. - Ruth; Karley M. - Falcon and Defensive

Captains: Allyson K., Hannah H., and Ingrid S.

All-ConferenceAshley H. - Honorable Mention;

Ingrid S. - 3rd team; Karley M. - 1st team

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Brandon Lien Receives Character AwardBrandon Lien has been named an Honoree of the Burlsworth Character Award. This is an award that recognizes a Football Student Athlete that show outstanding Character and Sportsmanship. “The award honors the player who may or may not be a top athletic performer, but who represents the ideals and values that Brandon Burlsworth had: to give 100 percent on the field and to stand as a moral example to his team. We hope that the award encourages the honoree to continue on his path of excellence, and inspires others to follow his lead.” We are proud of you Brandon!

Science Fair Pays Big for PCS Student Jared Motschenbacher has been awarded the Harry D. McGovern Scholarship (Full Tuition STEM Scholarship) to attend NDSU as a result of his strong academic performance. He and

his parents credit a big part of this back to his work on the Science Fair in 7th, 8th, and 10th grades in combination with the well-rounded education he has received attending Park Christian School!

Boys’ HockeyMax Anderson completed his high school hockey season playing varsity for the South/Shanley/OG/PCS co-op hockey team. Congratulations Max! We’re proud of you!

Athletes of the WeekCongratulations to Josiah Quanbeck and Darien Bogenreif, The FLAG 1100 student athletes of the week!

Jump Rope for Heart & Hoops for Heart Events

Twenty-two participants from the elementary phy ed classes raised a total of $1,617 for the American Heart Association! Brenna De Vries (1st grade) was the top fund-raiser bringing in $290 in donations. Way to go Brenna!!!The American Heart Association, along with U.S. Games, will be thanking our student’s efforts by providing a $100 gift certificate towards the purchase of new phy ed equipment. Thank you to all the families that participated!

Final Girls’ Basketball Records:Karley Motschenbacher:1. Single game Steals – 14 vs Mahnomen. Previous record was 9, held by Emma Kiemele (2007-08), Haley Nickel (2009-10), and Karley (2015-16).2. Season Steals – 170. The previous record was 92, held by Emma Kiemele since 2008-09.3. Single Game Assists – 11 vs Waubun. Previous record was 10, held by Megan Jordahl since 2005-06.4. Season Assists – 147. The previous record was 102, held by Sarah Hardesty since 2007-08.

Grace Schmidt, winner of the PCS Geography Bee, went on to qualify for the state level competition of the National Geographic Bee held March 31.

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MIP, 2:00 pm, conf. room.

Chapel, K-3, 7-12, 8:10 am.Guests welcome; Jr high track and golf start.

Large group Band contest.

Shakey Wednesday; MIP, 2:00 pm, conf. room.

Large group vocal contest; Jr. parent meeting, library, 6:30 pm.

Banquet & Auctions, 5:00 pm.

Preview Day;Chapel, 4-6, 7-12, 8:10 am. Guests welcome.

PA meeting, 6:30 pm, library.

Easter break, no school, office closed.

JuniorsACT test,8:00 am; Shakey Wednesday;MIP, 2:00 pm, conf. room.

3rd grade famous people speeches.

Chapel, K-3, 7-12, 8:10 am. Everyone welcome!

NHS induction, 7:00 am; MIP, 2:00 pm, conf. room.

ElementaryMusical, 1:30 pm dress rehearsal, 7:00 pm performance, gym; Mid qtr 4.

JS Banquet. 4:30 pm doors open. 5:00 pm Grand March, Bethel.

Easter break, no school, office closed. Senior mission trip to Rosebud, SD.

Senior mission trip Tera Nova testing week, grades 1-9.

Darien B.

Brock A.

Emma A. Isaiah Q.

Cooper K.

Niisa H. William D. Logan G.

Zach T. Avery A., Ellie R.

Amanda S., Madison D., Maggie K., Sophia B., Casey K.

Miss Stewart, Elizabeth K., Halli H., Ellie A., Leah J.

Regan A.

Fredrick L.

Cole M.

Trey K.

9th grade Dodgeball Team

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Junior/SeniorGrand March

Saturday, April 29, 5:00 p.m. at Bethel ChurchDoor open at 4:30

Everyone is welcome!

Congratulations to the PCS Knowledge Bowl team! At the Regional meet, one PCS team took 3rd place. The team

was comprised of: Sarah Herlihy, Braden Hagen, Kaylen Quanbeck, Josiah Quanbeck, and Olson Langness.

The team is coached by Mr. Larson. The top two teams move on to the state meet.

Friday, April 28th at 7:00 pm with a dress rehearsal at

1:30 pm in the Gym-a-torium.

Track & FieldVarsity track practice started on March 13th and our participant numbers are higher than they’ve been for a few years with 27 athletes in grades 9-12. We are anticipating great results and some more records broken! The first meet was indoor at Concordia on March 30th..Go Falcons!Track & Field is coached by Head Coach, Megan Endreson; Assistant Coaches, Kurt Motschenbacher and Julie Faul; Junior High, Callie Christianson.

Each PCS 3rd grader recites a speech about a famous person of their choice, in full costume, to friends and family. These presentations will be given on Friday, April 21, in the library. Refreshments will be served in the Commons following each performance. Everyone is welcome to attend any and all performances.

3rd Graders to PresentFamous

People SpeechesThis is your last opportunity to register for the Banquet and Auctions, to be held Saturday, April 8, at the Ramada Plaza Suites in Fargo. The evening starts at 5:00 pm with the Silent Auction, followed by dinner and program at 6:00 pm. The evening concludes by 8:45 pm. Thanks to the Parent Association, there will once again be a drawing for $3,500 towards tuition for one current PCS family. MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN. Every child that currently attends PCS will be entered in the drawing! (Exception is staff and faculty.)The evening is full of fun, fundraising, fellowship, food, and friends. We hope you can come! Register at ParkChristianSchool.org and click on the Banquet button.

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Parent Association HighlightsTeacher Appreciation week is the May 1-5....be watching for ways you can help bless our teachers and staff.

End of Year Rummage Sale is coming. Save your gently used treasures!

Continue to save Country Hearth UPC labels, Family Fare receipts (we are about ½ way to receiving another $1,000 for the school, Box Tops, and Cash Wise Labels for Learning. These greatly benefit our students in the classroom!

Come to the Banquet and participate in the Auctions, Saturday, April 8!

Attend the next PA meeting; April 11, 6:30 pm, Library.

PCS SPORTS CAMPSSummer Strength & Conditioning June 3 – Aug 4th with the week of July 3rd offElementary BBB camp

June 19-23Elementary GBB camp

June 26 - June 29 POPS Volleyball Camp July 17-18, for incoming 5th-8th grades and incoming 9th-12th grades.Football campsJunior High, July 24-27, 3:30-5:30 pm Elementary, July 24-27, 6:00 – 8:00 pmSenior High, @ Bemidji State University, July 28-30***Due to MSHSL Rules: No Coach Contact week and gym resurfacing will be July 3-7.Complete details coming soon on the summer camps.

PCS Elementary Theatre CampDirected by Mrs. Ginger Williams

FCA CAMPSVolleyball: June 8-9, grades 7-8 & 9-12, PCSGirls’ Golf: June 19-20, grades 4-12, Fargo Country ClubRegister here: http://www.fcand.org

Monday-Thursday, June 19-29, 9-12 noonPerformance Friday, June 30, 11:00 amRegistration forms available at PCS

Mrs. Allen’s Class

Mr. HistoryWe celebrated with ice-cream bars Friday, 3/17

THE PCS IMPACT www.ParkChristianSchool.org Since 1981STORY OF SPIRITUAL IMPACT

The various task force team members, in conjunction with members of the PCS teachers, staff, school board, students and parents have been working with JLG Architects on the master campus plan. This has included listening sessions and meetings with the Design Task Force. Thank you to everyone who has been involved thus far. Stay tuned for an unveiling of their work later in April. In addition, The Prayer Team has been praying for God to continue to bless us with the generosity of those who believe and invest in the mission of PCS, as well as for the task force members who are putting in many hours to develop a thorough campus plan.Please feel free to reach out to our expansion committee chair, Jason Loney with any questions you may have. jasonrloney@gmail.com or 701-371-1672.

Melody Nash, 2012 PCS Alum When I look back on my time at Park Christian, my mind is flooded with so many amazing memories. My four years of high school were just icing on the cake! High school was a time of incredible spiritual growth for me, thanks in part to my classmates and teachers. My teachers cared for me and would listen and pray for me if I asked. Teachers wanted me not just to learn, but to truly understand, and more importantly to seek Christ first in my life. The environment at Park Christian allowed me to be vulnerable and to ask hard questions. I was free to be a kid, pre-teen, and teenager without so many of the pressures of the world weighing down on me. I am so thankful for my precious years at Park Christian and so thankful for every person that invested in my life there. Thank you all!

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