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“Equipping Our Children with the Armor of God”
Lansing Christian School
March 2015
Spanish Immersion Coming to LCS
¡Buenos días clase! [Good
morning, class!]
Next year, these words
LANSING CHRISTIAN will be heard on a daily
SCHOOL basis at Lansing Christian
School. On February 16,
the Board unanimously
3660 Randolph Street approved implementing
Lansing, IL 60438 a dual language Span-
ish Immersion program
starting in kindergarten
Phone: 708.474.1700 for the fall of 2015.
Fax: 708.474.1746 We will be offering full-
day kindergarten for ei-
office@lansingchristian.org ther 3-days or 5-days. The
3-day program will meet on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
www.lansingchristian.org
Parents who want more information are encouraged to visit www.lansing-
christian.org for more information. If you contact the school, we would be
glad to talk to you about any of our great programs.
The Board and Education Committee carefully considered the benefits and
implications of this program since April 2014. This has included a field trip to
an immersion school, reviewing our teacher application process, investigat-
ing curriculum options, talking with our teaching staff, and determining the
financial feasibility of the program.
There has certainly been quite a bit of homework!
Please scan the QR Code to link to Lansing Christian School will be partnering with add.a.lingua, a company
Lansing Christian School’s website.
that has worked to implement immersion programs in Christian schools for
the last 9 years. Zeeland Christian School serves as home base for the pro-
gram. Twelve other schools such as Covenant Christian (Mishewaka) and Pella
Christian have also joined the program. You can find out more about the com-
pany at www.addalingua.com
“Put on the Full Armor of Fitting the Mission
God so that you can take
The Board believes that this program fits the mission and vi-
your stand against the sion of Lansing Christian School. We view it as another way
devil’s schemes.”
Ephesians 6:11
Science Fair
Warrior Bowl
Led by our 8th grade class, this year’s
Warrior Bowl raised over $6000 for
Lansing Christian School. Thanks
to all the kids who participated and
to those who supported Christian
education at Lansing Christian!
Lansing Christian School held its Science Fair Open House in February. The
gym was filled with great projects, fun demonstrations, proud parents, and
nervous students! It was a great evening showcasing our questions about our
Creator’s world!
At the Lansing Area Science Fair, Lansing Christian took home three Out-
standings--Greg Leystra, Zach Rozendal, and Marc Rozendal--and one 2nd
place--Olufemi Terebo. Greg Leystra took home “Best of Fair” in Environ-
mental Science with his project, “Just Burn It.” Greg Leystra and Zach Rozen-
dal will be competing in the Regional Fair in mid-March.
Picture Lady
Each month LCS Picture Lady, Florence Bandstra, helps first, second and
third graders gain an appreciation of artistic masterpieces. Mrs. Bandstra
gives the students information about the artwork selection and then helps
the students create their very own masterpiece. Thank you Mrs. Bandstra for
volunteering to be our Picture Lady!
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Spanish Immersion continued...
to provide excellence in Christian edu- Specials (art, PE, music, computer) will home in English, so parents do not
cation. We view Spanish Immersion as not be taught in Spanish. In these class- need to know Spanish to help their
a way to lift high our belief in God’s es, we may mix the English track and the children learn.
authorship over ALL of Creation—all Spanish track.
All students are held to grade level
languages included.
Will students learn English? expectations. A 2nd grade students
The response at our Community In- in the Spanish immersion program
Once students reach 3rd grade, they will
formation meeting affirmed that be- will be held to the same learning
receive dedicated instruction in the Eng-
lief. Over 90% of respondents said standards and standardized testing
lish language. There are many language
that they believed this program was “a as her counterpart in the English
skills that are the same between English
good fit for Lansing Christian School.” program. Amazingly, students in a
and Spanish. Children understand this
Likewise over 90% of respondents said Spanish Immersion program often
transfer easily. However, there are cer-
that they believed this program “fit the perform at or above their peers.
tain elements that are different. These
mission of Lansing Christian School.” Entry Point
elements require specific instruction.
We continue to recruit families that English instruction increases in length
Because of the tremendous learning
honor Jesus Christ as Lord of their through 5th grade.
that is taking place in these class-
home and have a strong connection rooms, the 1st grade is the last entry
Starting in 6th grade, students go into a
to their church. The application pro- point for the program. Any student
continuation program—expanding and
cedure for Lansing Christian’s Spanish coming to Lansing Christian School
deepening their knowledge. Two or three
Immersion program will be the same after 1st grade will have to enter our
of their classes are taught in Spanish; the
as any new family. A pastor recom- terrific English track.
rest are in English. So a student might
mendation letter will be requested and
have social studies in Spanish but math
the family will meet with the Educa- More Information
in English.
tion Committee. Call the school office at 708-474-
At home, parents are encouraged to read
What is Spanish Immersion? 1700 to schedule a tour or get more
to their child in English or have their chil-
information.
Dual Language Spanish Immersion is a dren read to them. Homework will come
program designed to have students be
fluent in Spanish while meeting grade
level academic expectations. Students
learn Spanish because they must in or-
der to learn Bible, math, science, and
social studies.
All classroom conversation will be
in Spanish. The teacher will teach in
Spanish. Students will talk to each
other and the teacher in Spanish. Stu-
dents will gain a bigger view of God’s
world as author of both the English
language and the Spanish language.
We will continue to offer our English-
based track. We love the teaching that
our current teachers are providing our
students. We fully intend for that to
continue. Some parents will not be in-
terested in Spanish immersion, and we
want to serve their families as well.
While classroom conversation will be
in Spanish, there are some exceptions.
8th Grade Girls’ Basketball
A huge congratu-
lations to the 8th
Trinity Math grade girls’ basket-
Triathlon ball team for taking
1st place in the Il-
liana tournament.
In November, Lansing Christian This was their 3rd
School hosted the Trinity Math Tri- year in a row win-
athlon for students in grades 3-6. ning their tourna-
Our students competed in various ments (6th, 7th,
estimation challenges as well as and 8th grade).
team and individual events. They were also first
place league cham-
pions each year
with only two losses in those three years!! What a great team on and off
the floor, and it’s been an awesome privilege to coach these girls the last
three years. Congratulations to the following: Faith Eriks, Liz VanDrunen,
Brandice Cole, Mackenzie Lich-Eenigenburg, Regan Lyzenga, Mickey
Boss, Hayley Smit, Allison Murrin, Emma Miedema, Temi Thomas, and
Dèjá Claybrooks, Asst. Coach Ashley Murrin, Stats, Kylie Boss. Great
Job - I am proud of you!
Coach Carrie Murrin
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2014 Year-End Appeal
Listed below are the names of supporters who have given toward our end of year appeal. Thanks to all those
who supported Lansing Christian School. If it slipped to the bottom of your to-do list, there is still time to
give today!
Bandstra; Mr. & Mrs. James Eenigenburg; Mr. & Mrs. Randall Providence Bank
Bazuin; Mr. & Mrs. Lugene Eriks; Mr. & Mrs. Tim Recker; Mr.* & Mrs. Alfred & Jean
Beezhold; Mr. & Mrs. William Eylander; Mr. & Mrs. Nelson Richardson; Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth
Biesboer; Mrs. Marlene Fennema; Mr. & Mrs. Andy Rietveld; Mrs. Sherry
Biesboer; Mr. & Mrs. Michael Friends of Lansing Christian Rispens; Mr. Brock*
Blocker; Mr. & Mrs.* Wesley School Rispens; Mr. & Mrs. Marvin
Boersma; Mr. & Mrs.* Ryan Friesema; Mr. James Rispens; Mr. & Mrs. Ross
Boomsma; Mrs. Mary Furlong; Mr. & Mrs. Robert Rozendal; Mr. & Mrs. Douglas
Boss; Mr. & Mrs. Gordon Koning; Mrs. Effie Schoon; Ms. Lois
Boss; Mr. & Mrs. Wayne Haan; Mr.* & Mrs. Lewis Schutt; Mr. John
Brink; Mr. & Mrs. John & Lynn Ham; Mrs. Doris* Schutt; Mr. & Mrs. Mark
Brouwer; Mrs.* Kathleen Herman; Mr. & Mrs. Frederick Scott; Mr. & Mrs. Steve
Buiter; Mr. & Mrs. James Hoekema; Mr.* & Mrs. Bruce Skaper; Mr. & Mrs. Greg
Bult; Mr. & Mrs. David Hoekstra; Mr. & Mrs. John Smit; Mr. & Mrs.* Clarence
Clousing; Mr. & Mrs. Russell Huitsing; Mr. & Mrs.* Henry Smit; Mr. & Mrs. James
Cole; Mr. & Mrs. Howard Huitsing; Mrs. Sadie Smits; Mr. & Mrs. Richard
Colvin Masonry Huizenga; Mr.* & Mrs.* David Stob; Mr. & Mrs. John
Clousing; II; Mr. & Mrs. Russ Ipema; Mr. & Mrs. Alvin Tameling; Mr. & Mrs. John
Derks; Mr.* & Mrs. Daniel Jorna; Mrs. Myrna Togtman; Mr. & Mrs.* Donald
De Boer; Mrs.* Ann Keessen; Mr. & Mrs. Gene Vande Berg; Mrs. Mary
Deckinga; Mr. & Mrs. Krooswyk; Mr. & Mrs. Fred VanDellen; Mr. & Mrs. Ken
De Jong; Mrs. Ida Krygsheld; Mr. & Mrs. Mark Vander Heyden; Mr. & Mrs. Thomas
De Jong; Mr. James Lagestee; Mr. & Mrs.* John Vander Molen; Mr. & Mrs. Roy
Dekker; Mrs. Sandra Lagestee; Mr. & Mrs. Timothy Van Der Noord; Mr. & Mrs. Dewey
Derks; Mr. & Mrs. Dan* & Marilyn Lich; Mrs. Beverly Van Drunen; Ms. Laverne
De Vries; Mr. & Mrs.* Brian Lich; Mr. & Mrs. Vern Van Drunen; Mrs. Rita
De Vries; Mr. & Mrs. George Mast; Mr. & Mrs. Nicholas Van Eck; Mr. & Mrs. Gregg
De Vries; Mr. & Mrs. Herman McGrail; Mrs. Elaine Van Kuiken; Mr. & Mrs. Ron
Harold DeJong Estate Molendyk; Mrs. Kathryn Van Prooyen; Mr. & Mrs. Burton
DeYoung; Mrs. Jean Morgan Park Auto Service; Inc. Verbeek; Mr.* & Mrs. Clarence
Dykstra; Mrs. Beatrice Mulder; Miss Joyce Verbeek; Mr.* & Mrs. John
Dykstra; Mr. & Mrs. Cornelius Olthoff; Mr. & Mrs. James Verburg; Mr. & Mrs.* Ronald
Dykstra; Mr. Curtis Ooms; Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Vermeulen; Mr. & Mrs. David
Dykstra; Mr. & Mrs. John Oostman; Mr.* & Mrs.* Dennis West; Mr. & Mrs. Raleigh
Dykstra; Mr. & Mrs. Mark Persenaire; Mr.* & Mrs.* Richard Wiltjer; Mr.* & Mrs. James & Nancy
Dykstra; Mr. Peter Pluard; Mr.* & Mrs. David Zeldenrust; Mr. & Mrs. Jerry
Eenigenburg; Mr.* & Mrs. Harold Postma; Mr. & Mrs. Jonathan Zigterman; Mrs. Rose*
8th Grade Boys’ Basketball
6th Grade Boys’ The eighth grade boys
‘basketball season began
Basketball in mid-November with
tryouts, and ten players
were chosen to play. We
practiced together for
The Sixth Grade boys’ basketball
three weeks, learning
team had an exciting season. We new drills, learning new
started off the season 0-3 against plays, and just getting to
some very tough opponents. Those know each other. Our
loses were hard to overcome but first game was Decem-
forced us to work harder. They also ber 12 against Crown
forced us to rely on each other. Ev- Point at their gym. Al-
ery player improved as the season though we lost, we played well with them in the second half, scoring the same
progressed and we began to play as amount of points as they did in that half. Jared Davis, one of our starters, moved
with his family to Canada in late December. After that game, we did not play
a team. I am proud to say that the
again until January 13, when we played Southwest Tinley Park. Even though we
team ended the season with a .500 lost again, we coaches could see much improvement.
winning percentage. In the tour-
nament, Lansing Christian fought Later that week we faced Calvin at our gym. The boys, as well as their coaches,
were nervous and really wanted to win on their own court. And win they did! It
hard against a very good Calvin
was close, but the boys stuck with it and won 40-38 in the last few seconds. In the
team. We lost a close game and next game against DeMotte boys played hard, but were unable to hold our boys,
took third place. Thank you to all losing to us by 6. At Highland, we knew they were tough and had a star guard, but
of the parents that made this sea- we played them tough, using a triangle and two defense, double-teaming their
son a success. Go Warriors! guard. It worked well, and we kept it close, only losing by 6.
Coach Ryan Ohm Later we had to face Crown Point again, this time at home. The boys were ready
this time, looking for a little basketball revenge, and that is what they got. The
game started with Lansing up and it stayed that way the home game. The LCS
boys ended up winning that game 37-30. Four regular games followed, Calvary,
Calvin, DeMotte, and Highland. The boys ended up losing to Calvary, winning
against Calvin and DeMotte, and losing to Highland.
We were seeded fifth in the tournament and had to play fourth-seeded Crown
Point in the first game. We led the first 3 quarters in the game, playing great
defense and getting good shots. The final quarter was a nail-biter, the teams
trading leads, with Crown Point up by three after making two free throws. With
just seconds remaining, a three-pointer went up, hit the ceiling, and the game
ended, 35-38. What an ending! But it showed what the coaches had been tell-
ing the boys all season: if the boys played as a team, they could compete and win
against any team they played. They also were repeatedly told (and probably wake
up in cold sweats hearing) three things: “Finish it”! (make your layup shots), “Box
out!” (everyone can do this well, and they did), and “Follow your shot!” (easier
said than done).
Special thanks to Trent Kamp for taking stats at all our games. Great boys, great
time, great season! Coach David Gomez and Coach Carl Smits
Players: David Gomez, James Randolph, Jo Mulder, Mason Mejan, Ben Ipema,
Michael Van Milligan, Alex Eenigenburg, Jared Brown, Andrew Smits, Isaac Go-
mez, and Jared Davis.
Stats: Trent Kamp
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7th Grade Boys’ Basketball Cheerleading
7th grade boys’ basketball team A fresh young squad came togeth-
had a great year. We won some er this season with a new coach to
tough games and lost some share a love of cheerleading and
tough games, but through it all to inspire school spirit. The girls
the guys worked hard and had worked hard at each practice to
fun. We took home second place learn proper jumps, correct mo-
in the tournament that was held
at Calvin Christian. The guys tions, and a variety of unique
played well and did their best. stunts. During the 8th grade boys’
We also came second in the and girls’ basketball games, the
team free throw contest. Jake LCS cheerleading squad was able
Staal won the skills contest, and to perform their newest skills.
David Gomez and Nathan Bakker we first and second in the 3 point con- We hope you enjoyed the cheers,
test. Overall it was a successfull tournament and fun season. stunts, and 2015 routine!
Coach Josiah Luttjeboer Coach Alexa Groen
7th Grade Girls’ Basketball
Lansing Christian seventh
grade girls’ Basketball team
ended regular season with 5
wins and 6 losses and finished
4th in the Demotte Tourna-
ment. These young ladies had
an amazing season full of
teamwork, basketball skill im-
provement, good sportsman-
ship, positive attitudes and
passion for the game of basketball. They grew as one family and always
6th Grade Girls’
encouraged each other to do their best no matter the circumstances. We
accomplished all of our goals this season which were: beat last year record
Basketball
of only one win, develop greater basketball knowledge of plays, develop The 6th grade girls basketball team
current skills, and play as one team (one player does not make a team). I
was very proud to coach such a great group of young ladies. had a fantastic season! They took
3rd place in their tournament and
Coach Shantica Taylor took first place in the free throw
5th Grade Roundball competition! They had an awesome
season with only two losses! Great
Our 5th grade boys had a great job to the 6th grade girls basketball
time competing in the Lansing team! Coach Becca Trepton
Roundball Classic this year. Our
team represented LCS well with
victories over Oak Glen and St.
Ann. We lost by two to Rea-
vis and by plenty to Coolidge.
Thanks to all of our parents and
fans who faithfully supported
us at all of the games.
Memorials
Uganda Orphanage Relief Fund
We gratefully acknowledge the
Leading up to the February chapel, following gifts to Lansing
Lansing Christian School students Christian School:
participated in raising money for In memory of Mr. & Mrs. Preston
the Ugandan Orphanage Relief Brouwer
Fund (UORF).
Mr. & Mrs. William Peed
We called it our “Chicks 4 Children”
campaign because the money will In memory of Vern Lich, Jr.,
buy chickens and supplies to fix a Mr. & Mrs. Benus Lich and
chicken coop. These chickens will Mr. & Mrs. Peter Slager
provide needed food and income Mr. & Mrs. Vern Lich, Sr.
for the orphanages. There are eight
orphanages that UORF supports in In memory of Marion Ellens
the East African country. Mr. & Mrs. Richard Cook
Students watched as our LCS Mr. & Mrs. Richard Krooswyk
“coop” filled up with chicks……each In memory of Mrs. Hilda Oostman
one representing 10 actual chicks.
We had a goal of $2500, but the Mr. & Mrs. David Huizenga
students raised over $3000 for the Mr. & Mrs. James Kostopoulos
project.
We were able to present the check to Rick Persenaire, one of the program’s di-
rectors, at chapel. During the chapel, he and Bev Lich told the students more Upcoming Events
about the orphanages they were supporting. You can read more at www.uorf.
org. April 16 – Fine Arts
Praise God that our students responded to His call! April 21 – Grades 4-6 Musical
Some of our 2nd grader students reflected on their giving to the Ugandan April 24 – Grandparents’ Day
Orphan Relief Fund:
April 30 – Association Meeting
“I was willing to give money from my own piggy bank to the Ugandan or-
phanage so they could have more different food than we do. I was giving May 14 – Band/Choir Concert
money because I thought it would be a wonderful blessing from me because June 4 – Graduation
they are poor orphans and we are rich.” --Michael Zylstra
For a complete list of events,
“I loved helping UORF because some people don’t have food. So I think at
please visit our web site at
least $5.00 or $10.00 from you.” – Rachel Robinson
lansingchristian.org
“I feel good for brining one chick. I hope the chicks are enough for the peo-
ple.” –Matthew Vander Woude
“I am glad that I could bring money so that the orphans can have chickens
and eggs.” –Julia West
“I hope they enjoy their food.” –Alyssa Laud
“I just love giving to people who have less.”-- Gavin Meyer Jon Postma - Principal
Editor in Chief
“I liked brining money for Uganda orphans. I really loved to help get chickens Layout - Rachel Luttjeboer
for many orphans.” –Molly Miedema LANSING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
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