Serving. Together. Wednesday, September 29, 2021 - Grandville Calvin Christian Schools

Serving. Together.

                 Wednesday, September 29, 2021

                            Verse of the Day:
     "Salvation belongs to the Lord; your blessing be on your people!"
                                 ​Psalm 3:8

  There are several new announcements today. Please read to the end!

      Happy Birthday!

     Alexander Snyder

                             IDs for Hot Lunch
Students, you will now need your ID at hot lunch. If you have not received the GPS
barcode sticker for the back of your ID, please come to the office.

Golf Event for CCMS Students
                                                    Golf Information
All 6th, 7th and 8th grade students are
invited to participate in our Christian
School league 1 day golf event on
Saturday October 16. Please return your
form by Friday October 8. Copies are
available in the office as well.

                             Attention Parents!
Are you interested in giving back to our school? We are in need of a new Parent
Organization leader, and 6 members to make a difference for our teachers and staff.
We need volunteers ASAP! Please email us at ccsparentorg@gccsmi.org or contact

the school office.
The Parent Organization(PO) was established to show support for the learning
community of Calvin Christian Middle and High School.
The PO’s focus is helping to organize volunteers for events relating to the
“appreciation” of staff:
       Parent teacher conference dinners
       Staff and Support monthly snacks
       End of year Staff Appreciation week and lunch
       Grandparents Day luncheon
       Food/snacks for Curriculum meetings
       Annual Mother's Day flower sale

Also anyone can contribute to monthly staff appreciation snacks link here:

                        Staff Appreciation Snacks

               Parent Teacher Conference Information
Parent Teacher Conferences will take place on the following dates:
      Monday, October 11 5:00-8:00
      Wednesday, October 13 5:00-8:00
      Friday, October 15 9:00-11:00
Watch your email for signups, which will be coming soon!

                            Key Cards Are Back!
 Key Card books/cards are available for purchase from the middle school office and
 business today. Books are $25 and include both a book and a handy card (the card
                         includes some unlimited use coupons!).
​Stop in the office to take a look and purchase one (or more) today! Remember, Key
Cards can also be a fun gift to give for the holidays! Check out the Key Card website
                           for all the coupons that are available.

                              Key Card Website

          Raffle for CCHS Senior All-Nighter: Yeti Cooler
        Valued at $440. Proceeds benefit 2022 Calvin Christian Senior All
Nighter. $25/ticket. The drawing is on October 15 at halftime of the football game.

                     Info and purchase raffle tickets

                          Come Tailgate With Us!
   You're invited to join us for TWO tailgate parties hosted by Grandville Calvin
                     Christian School! Be sure to save the dates:

           Saturday, Oct. 2nd during the Varsity Boys' soccer game
                   at Morren Field. Games start at 11:00am.
Friday, Oct. 15th during the Varsity Boys' football game at Davies Field starting at
                     5:00pm. (Grandville Middle School.)

Tarry Hall Website
​Skating Party!
Tuesday Oct 5
6:30-8:30 pm
Tarry Hall Roller Rink
$5 to skate and $2 for skate rental

                        Teacher substitutes needed!
Do you have a little extra time in your schedule and would like to find another way
to help out at school without a scheduled commitment? We are in need of substitute
teachers for our middle school! Are you only available one day a week? That's great!
Are you able to come in for only short periods of time? Perfect! If you are willing to
sub we would love to have you on our list! No experience necessary!
If you are interested in being a sub for the middle school, pleaseemail Mr. Folkert.

                                Email Mr. Folkert

                           CCMS Hispanic Festival
You are invited to the first CCMS Hispanic Festival! In honor of Hispanic Heritage
Month, the Spanish Immersion students are preparing a festival for the entire
middle school in celebration of the culture of each Spanish-speaking country. There
will be food samples, traditional dances, traditional games, and more. Parents and
caregivers are invited to join in the celebration! The festival will be Friday, October 1
from 10:30am-11:30am. The rain date is Friday, October 8 from 10:30am-11:30am.

                                      It's Back!
     Herman's Boy Coffee Sale coming soon! Details will be coming next week.

                                  FRI-YAY!
               Starting this Friday, October 1 at morning break.
                           Bring $1 for chips and pop

                        September Hot Lunch Menu

                        MS Athletic News and Notes
                  All games are at 4:00pm unless otherwise noted.
                             Directions to other schools
   Link to sports schedules (this will be updated as we are given the information)
              ​Subject to change due to gym availability, weather etc.

Football
10/5 @ Hopkins, No bus

Boys Soccer
Green Team
9/30 Moline Christian, Home
Gold Team
9/30 @ Hudsonville Chr, Bus 3:15 pm
10/1 Moline Chr, Home

8th Girls Volleyball
Green Team:

Gold Team:
9/29 Practice 4-5:30 pm
9/30 @ West Side Chr, Bus 18, 3:10 pm

7th Girls Volleyball
9/29 Practice 3-4:30 pm
9/30 Hudsonville Chr, Home
10/4 Practice 2:45-4 (THIS IS AN ADDED ONE)

Cross Country
9/29 Silver @ South Christian 5 pm girls, 6 pm boys. Bus, 3 pm

                                  CALENDAR​
                         10/5 Middle School Skating Party
                            10/8 Picture Make up Day

Requested Announcements:
Important Tech Parent Info - Ivanrest Church is hosting a series of
presentations by Protect Young Eyes this school year and would love to have the
families of GCCS aware of the opportunity.

Ivanrest Church will be hosting six presentations throughout the 2021-2022 school
year:
      October 14 - The Digital Culture of Kids
      November 11 - 4 Layers of Digital Protection
      December 9 - The Big 4: Snapchat, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube
      January 13 - Top Digital Safety Tips and Tricks
      February 10 - Mental Health, Tech & Our Kids
      March 10 - Pornography Harms & Hopes

Each presentation will begin at 7:00 PM and they are being offered at no cost to
attendees. We do ask anyone who plans to attend to register
(https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-digital-culture-of-kids-sponsored-by-ivanrest-
church-tickets-174523463377) so we can appropriately plan.

Sale -The Heritage Christian School Fall Children's Clothing and Toy Sale will be
held on Saturday, October 2, from 9am to 12:00. Items for sale include infant to
teen clothing, winter gear, snow boots, outdoor/indoor toys, books, games, shoes,
baby equipment, maternity, and more. Delicious baked goods are also for sale!
Located in the large gym at Heritage Christian at 6340 Autumn Dr., Hudsonville.
Hope to see you there!

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                             Grandville, MI, 49418
                             Phone: 616-531-7400
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