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HS e-news for the week of 10.31.11
November 1, 2011 By
HS News for the week of 10.17.11
October 13, 2011 By
Quick look at the information included in this weeks e-news…for full details click here 10.17.11 e-news
No School Friday, October 21 for teacher in-service.
October 26 is picture retake day…
Purchase your 2011-2012 Yearbook Today!
You are in this year’s yearbook! Make sure that you order your copy! Yearbooks are $60 for the remainder of October after which the price will increase. Order forms can be found in the high school office and on the SCS website.
PTF NEWS:
School-Wide-Pie/Cookie Dough/Cheesecake Sale starts October 24th and will run through November 4th
Delivery is Wednesday, November 16th between 2:30 – 4:00 in the church foyer area.
School-Wide Jeans Day will be given to everyone if we sell 500 items. Flyer will be mailed to all Middle School & High School parents and needs to be returned with payment by Friday, November 4th
PTF Homemade Bake Sale is Monday, December 12th from 8:30 – 4:00 p.m. in the North Atrium. We need your help!! Love to bake? Have grandparents that love to bake/make candy? Please let me know if you would be willing to donate any homemade yummy item (fudge, cookies, pies, etc.) at cperkins@highlandparkbaptist.com
Sacred Parenting Seminar with Dr. Gary Thomas at Highland Park Baptist Church click here for more details Sacred Parenting Seminar at HPBC
November 18 & 19, 2011 In the Atrium Hall
Friday, 7:30 – 9:00pm & Saturday, 9:00am – 2:00pm
SACRED PARENTING…What if God designed parenting as a school for spiritual formation – and our children were our teachers? Instead of discussing how parents can change their kids, Gary Thomas turns the tables and demonstrates how God uses our kids to change us. The four seminar sessions are each designed to help parents grow closer to Christ and to their children.
Parents will learn to:
•Freely enjoy their kids for who they are.
•Build a closer, grace-based family.
•Reduce the pressure felt for kids to turn out perfect.
•Manage anger and negative responses toward child’s behavior.
•Increase the sense of worth and respect as a parent.
Have a blessed week,
Laurel Jones
248.357.3660 x245
HS Yearbook and Senior Ad Bulletin…
October 6, 2011 By
Purchase your 2011-2012 Yearbook Today!!
You are in this year’s yearbook! Make sure that you order your copy! Yearbooks are $60 for the remainder of October after which the price will increase. Order forms can be found in the high school office or by clicking here Yearbook order form 2011.2012.
Only one book captures this year’s incredible events and experiences – your 2011-12 Yearbook. Remember all the friends, fashion, fun, favorite teachers, classes, games, music, art, and everything in-between. Yearbooks are available for the reduced price of $60 through the end of October. Order one today by visiting the yearbook website: http://goo.gl/E0Q5T . This website if your one-stop-shop for all things yearbook– purchase senior ads, order your book, and view important senior deadlines.
Senior Yearbook Photos
Seniors, this is your year, and the yearbook staff would like to document and recognize your accomplishments. In order to do so we need several things from you:
1. Senior formal head shot– please make an appointment with Focal Point studios by the end of October to ensure that your senior picture will appear in the yearbook.
2. Baby Picture– You’ve grown up! We would like to include a baby photo of you in the yearbook. Please submit pictures to the high school office by the end of October to ensure that you will be included in the yearbook!
3. Senior Ad—Parents: if you wish to purchase a senior ad, you must do so by the end of October. Order forms are in the high school office and by clicking here 2011-12 Senior Ad Information (1).
HS E-news for the week of 10.10.11 plus Homecoming info:
October 6, 2011 By
For the latest e-news click here 10.10.11 e-news.
Homecoming Banquet Dress Requirements and suggestions…
As far as the formalities go, there is usually an exchange of flowers for those students accompanying a date (corsage for girls, boutonnieres for the guys). Your presence at the moment of “pinning” will probably be appreciated J. In addition, Homecoming is a “dress-up” occasion, which means:
*Guys should be in a coat and tie at a minimum; most will wear suits, and a few will spring for tuxedoes (although these are traditionally reserved for May’s Junior-Senior Banquet).
*Girls should be in their “Sunday Best”; many girls purchase or even make a dress specifically for this event. Regardless of the origin of the dress I would appreciate your help in the area of modesty.
- Girls need to be sure their dress is not excessively tight or clingy
- A good rule of thumb is that the front should be:
- No lower than a “hands width” (about 3”) below the collarbone
- Should fit nicely without showing any cleavage
- The back should be covered below the shoulder blades
- The length of dress/skirt should not extend too high above the knee (i.e. no higher than a hands width above the knees.
Homecoming Banquet general info…
The Banquet will run until approximately 8:30 p.m.; all students are expected to remain for the entire program. Regardless of whether you’re a “first timer” or if you’ve had a number of children attend Homecoming, I encourage you to be involved in and aware of your child’s post-banquet plans by making sure you know the answers to the following questions:
* If your child cannot drive, will they be driven by other students or by parents? If your child can drive, will he/she be transporting other students?
* What activities or specific entertainment choices are involved in your child’s post-banquet plans?
* Where will your child be after the banquet?
* What costs will be involved in your child’s plans?
* Will the curfew your child has be compatible with the others with whom he/she will be attending, or will it necessitate special arrangements for transportation?
* Are the parents of your child’s date or friends aware of their plans as well?
The questions above are not meant to scare you or place you in an adversarial role with your child, but rather to promote good communication regarding some issues that can have significant impact on the safety and success of the entire evening.
If you have any questions about details of the evening, please contact me at 248.357.3660 x 247 or e-mail me at lruffin@southfieldchristian.org
HS News for the week of 10.3.11
October 4, 2011 By
There is much happening…please click here 10.3.11 e-news to checkout the attachment for detailed information!
Homecoming Banquet Dress Requirements and suggestions…
As far as the formalities go, there is usually an exchange of flowers for those students accompanying a date (corsage for girls, boutonnieres for the guys). Your presence at the moment of “pinning” will probably be appreciated J. In addition, Homecoming is a “dress-up” occasion, which means . . .
* Guys should be in a coat and tie at a minimum; most will wear suits, and a few will spring for tuxedoes (although these are traditionally reserved for May’s Junior-Senior Banquet).
* Girls should be in their “Sunday Best”; many girls purchase or even make a dress specifically for this event. Regardless of the origin of the dress I would appreciate your help in the area of modesty.
- Girls need to be sure their dress is not excessively tight or clingy
- A good rule of thumb is that the front should be:
- No lower than a “hands width” (about 3”) below the collarbone
- Should fit nicely without showing any cleavage
- The back should be covered below the shoulder blades
- The length of dress/skirt should not extend too high above the knee (i.e. no higher than a hands width above the knees.
Homecoming Banquet general info…
The Banquet will run until approximately 8:30 p.m.; all students are expected to remain for the entire program. Regardless of whether you’re a “first timer” or if you’ve had a number of children attend Homecoming, I encourage you to be involved in and aware of your child’s post-banquet plans by making sure you know the answers to the following questions:
* If your child cannot drive, will they be driven by other students or by parents? If your child can drive, will he/she be transporting other students?
* What activities or specific entertainment choices are involved in your child’s post-banquet plans?
* Where will your child be after the banquet?
* What costs will be involved in your child’s plans?
* Will the curfew your child has be compatible with the others with whom he/she will be attending, or will it necessitate special arrangements for transportation?
* Are the parents of your child’s date or friends aware of their plans as well?
The questions above are not meant to scare you or place you in an adversarial role with your child, but rather to promote good communication regarding some issues that can have significant impact on the safety and success of the entire evening.
HS e-news for the week of 9.26.11
September 26, 2011 By
Click here to view the entire e-news for the week…5 Weekly 9.26.11
Homecoming Banquet Dress Requirements and suggestions…
As far as the formalities go, there is usually an exchange of flowers for those students accompanying a date (corsage for girls, boutonnieres for the guys). Your presence at the moment of “pinning” will probably be appreciated J. In addition, Homecoming is a “dress-up” occasion, which means . . .
Guys should be in a coat and tie at a minimum; most will wear suits, and a few will spring for tuxedos (although these are traditionally reserved for May’s Junior-Senior Banquet).
Girls should be in their “Sunday Best”; many girls purchase or even make a dress specifically for this event. Regardless of the origin of the dress I would appreciate your help in the area of modesty.
- Girls need to be sure their dress is not excessively tight or clingy
- A good rule of thumb is that the front should be:
- No lower than a “hands width” (about 3”) below the collarbone
- Should fit nicely without showing any cleavage
- The back should be covered below the shoulder blades
- The length of dress/skirt should not extend too high above the knee (i.e. no higher than a hands width above the knees.
Homecoming Banquet general info…
The Banquet will run until approximately 8:30 p.m.; all students are expected to remain for the entire program. Regardless of whether you’re a “first timer” or if you’ve had a number of children attend Homecoming, I encourage you to be involved in and aware of your child’s post-banquet plans by making sure you know the answers to the following questions:
If your child cannot drive, will they be driven by other students or by parents? If your child can drive, will he/she be transporting other students?
- What activities or specific entertainment choices are involved in your child’s post-banquet plans?
- Where will your child be after the banquet?
- What costs will be involved in your child’s plans?
- Will the curfew your child has be compatible with the others with whom he/she will be attending, or will it necessitate special arrangements for transportation?
- Are the parents of your child’s date or friends aware of their plans as well?
The questions above are not meant to scare you or place you in an adversarial role with your child, but rather to promote good communication regarding some issues that can have significant impact on the safety and success of the entire evening.
Chaplain’s Corner (September Chapel Series)
September 16, 2011 By
Acts 42 They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.43 Everyone was filled with awe at the many wonders and signs performed by the apostles.44 All the believers were together and had everything in common.45 They sold property and possessions to give to anyone who had need.46 Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts,47 praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.
As students pile into school, murmurs of a new chaplain filled the air! For me, as the new chaplain, it was exciting and challenging. As I began to assess and ask students what biblical principles we needed to cover this year in chapel. I noticed quickly that we had a resounding need to be unified as a body of believers! The book of Acts teaches what healthy churches look like and how believers in one body can thrive.
The goal of SCS is to not only to enable students to be “Today’s Learners, Tomorrow’s Leaders but most importantly, Forever Lovers of Christ.” My hope and passion is to see our students thrive in their relationship with God and others. It is with great joy that I join the SCS family. May we stand Unified in one body, committed and strengthened in Him and Him alone.
| in HIS Service,E.J. Swanson Chaplain |
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SCS Fall College Fair September 22, 2011
September 14, 2011 By
This year’s SCS “Mini-College Fair” is happening on September 22nd from 8:20 am-9:30 am. We are expecting almost 50 colleges and universities from the Great Lakes region as well as schools from the Southwest, Southeast and Southern U.S. This is by far the largest fair we’ve hosted, and college recruiters are eager to connect with SCS students. Some schools are also sending financial aid advisors, so this event is an opportunity to learn more about financing a college education, learn how the financial aid process works, gain insight into all the financial aid options available, and get answers from qualified financial aid professionals. In addition, for the first time in SCS history, 9th and 10th grade students will join 11th and 12th grade students to connect with college representatives, learn about the college admissions process, and set themselves on a solid path to prepare for college. We have also invited parents to attend this year so that the college search adventure can be a family experience.
Current List of Schools (updated 8/31/2011)
Adrian College
Albion College
Alma College
Ashland University
Ball State University
Baylor University
Bethel College
Calvin College
Cedarville University
Central Michigan University
College for Creative Studies
Cornerstone University
Eastern Michigan University
Emmaus Bible College
Grand Valley State University
Great Lake Christian College
Hillsdale College
Hope College
Huntington University
Indiana Wesleyan University
International Academy of Design
and Technology
Kettering University
Kuyper College
Lawrence Technological University
Madonna University
Michigan State University
Michigan Technological University
North Park University
Northern Michigan University
Northwood University
Oakland University
Olivet College
Oral Roberts University
Purdue University
Rochester College
Schoolcraft College
Spring Arbor University
Taylor University
Trinity International University
University of Detroit Mercy
University of Michigan
University of Michigan-Dearborn
University of Michigan-Flint
University of Toledo
Wayne State University
Western Michigan University
Whittenberg University
HS e-news for the week of 9.12.11
September 9, 2011 By
Click this link 9.12.11 e-news for the latest HS e-news.
The Magazine Drive Collection starts this week. Magazine subscriptions may be paid for online or via the Pay Later plan. No checks or money are collected for the magazine subscriptions here at school.
Two magazine subscriptions or one subscription and $10 or just $20 and no subscriptions will get your student a jeans/shorts day. Please remember that if shorts are worn they must be of a non-athletic variety with a Bermuda short hem length (4 inches above knee). Jeans need to be traditionally styled. Skinny jeans or “jeggings” are not permissible. You can tell if the jeans are too skinny if you can’t put your whole hand inside the pockets and put or pull something out. For every 8 subscriptions brought in during the 10 collection days students will get their name in the drawing for one of 3 cash prizes of $50, $50 & $100. There are ten collection days with a possibility of ten jeans or shorts days. Remember: no basketball/gym shorts and no “jeggings.” Thanks for participating in this fundraiser.
Online Grades
We invite you to check your student’s grades on-line every Tuesday and Friday afternoon. If you have misplaced or need your students ID or new PIN for this year, please call or email ljones@southfieldchristian.org and we can get you that information. The online grades may be reached from our homepage at http://www.southfieldchristian.org Select the Community Tab and then the Online Grades tab. Enter the ID and PIN and your student’s grades will show. Click the “progress” tab for the best info on each class.
