Tiger Tracks San Jose Christian School | February 22, 2016 Attendance Line (408) 371-4815
This Week at SJCS SEE SPORTS SECTION FOR PRACTICE SCHEDULE
Mon
2/22
Mad Science | 3:15pm | Rm 8 Love & Logic Class | 5:00pm | Rm 17 SJCS Board of Trustees Mtg | 7:00pm | Auditorium
Tues
2/23
Robotics Club | 3:15pm |Rm 20 Back Yard Games Club | 3:15pm | Elementary Field
Wed
2/24
Early Dismissal Jk-8 | 11:45am
Thurs
2/25
Moms In Prayer | 8:30am Room 16 Crafty Club | 3:15pm | TBA
Fri
2/19
Volunteer Appreciation Dinner | 6:30pm | Central Christian Church Remember to RSVP Kicks & Hoops Club | 3:15pm | Elementary Field
Jenn’s Pen -Choices! by: Mrs. Jennifer Thompson Choices are a big part of each day. They begin the moment our alarm goes off-do I hit the snooze button or not? Eggs or oatmeal? Floss or not floss? (FLOSS!) And the choices continue through the day. Most are not life changing, but sometimes we are faced with choices where we have to make moral and ethical decisions, and sometimes, that is not an easy task, especially in today’s world where truth is relative and apathy abounds. Click the following link to read the whole story. https://jennspenblog.wordpress.com/2016/02/17/learning-to-discern-together/
It’s Volunteer Appreciation Week San Jose Christian School is known for it’s “Irresistible Christian Community” and the people who make up that community are YOU! We want to take this week to thank each parent, grandparent, family member, alumni, and friend who supports our school. You are an amazing group who represent what we read in Isaiah 6:8 And I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” Then I said, “Here am I! Send me.” Thank you from the entire staff!
No Pizza? No Milk? If you have not made your 2nd semester payment for pizza, milk, or Frozen Friday we will not be able to provide these items to your students. All payments are due this Friday, February 26. If you have questions about your payment, please email tgarside@sjchristian.org.
Bring Us Your Boxtops We’re driving for another round of Boxtops in March, and the class competition continues. Bring in your boxtops by March 25th for credit.
Coaching Opportunity SJCS athletics is looking for a boys volleyball coach. If you know of anyone or are interested in coaching this upcoming season, please contact Alex Bost at abost@sjchristian.org
Moms in Prayer Please submit your prayer requests to the SJCS Moms in Prayer group via email at sjcsmip@gmail.com.
SPRING TOWN HALL! March 7| 6:30pm Our Annual Spring Town Hall is taking place the evening March 7, in the Auditorium at 6:30pm. All parents are encouraged to attend and hear an update from our administration. Save the date!
Tiger Tracks The Auction Is Coming!
Teacher Tales Here am I - Send me! - by Mrs. Phillips I appreciate each person at SJCS who gives of their time and serves from the heart. I value the parent role models, who by giving of their time and talent, show my children what it means to lovingly serve in community. Each of you knows that SJCS does not have a “required” number of volunteer hours. We believe that as members of this Christian community, each person will contribute as they are led. And this model really works. We have over 95% participation by our parent community. That is amazing and we are thankful. Statistics show that volunteering improves your health, contributes to higher self esteem, and improves overall life happiness. I notice that volunteering at SJCS creates opportunities for growth and fulfillment. Many times our volunteers are asked to stretch outside their “wheelhouse” and the results are amazing. Both for SJCS and for the individual. Many people wish they had more time and struggle with work/life balance. I want to encourage each of us to understand that every person has something to give. Anyone can make a difference. For some of us it is time on campus, driving for field trips, or leading a committee. For some it is time on the field or courts, and for others it is a commitment to prayer. Remember, whatever you are doing, you are making a difference and positively impacting the culture of San Jose Christian School. Continue to be a role model for our children, and continue to teach them so that when they hear the words found in Isaiah 6:8 when the Lord asked “Whom shall I send?” they will be inspired to have a servant heart and respond with “Here am I! Send me.”
Sports this
week
One of the most enjoyable events for the SJCS community every year is the annual auction. This year’s theme is GOING PLACES, DOING THINGS. The event will be on Saturday April 9 at 6pm at the Campbell Community Center. We hope to see all of you there. The auction supports special projects at school and the funds we raise help SJCS offer our students outstanding 21st Century education. Attached to the Tiger Tracks today, you will find an auction donation form to use if you have something to contribute to the event.
Upcoming Seminars
Please mark your calendars for the following events: March 9 10:30-11:30 am Student Seminar THE EMOTIONAL JOURNEY THROUGH MIDDLE SCHOOL -Auditorium During this session, topics such as friendship, finding identity, anxiety, and emotional health will be discussed. March 9 7:00-8:00 pm Parent Seminar PARENTING THROUGH THE EMOTIONAL MIDDLE SCHOOL YEARSAuditorium This session will serve as a follow-up from the student session for parents to learn tips and ask questions about raising healthy middle schoolers. April 21 – 6:00-7:00pm Parent Seminar RAISING 21ST CENTURY KIDS – Auditorium This session will cover a wide range of topics and will include a Q&A.
Boys Soccer: Monday: Practice 3:15-4:45 Tuesday: SJCS vs. LGCS @ LGCS Wednesday: Practice TBA Thursday: SJCS vs. ACS @ SJCS Friday: No Practice
Girls Volleyball: Monday: Practice 3:15-4:45 Tuesday: SJCS vs Calvary @ Calvary Wednesday: No Practice Thursday: Practice 3:15-4:45 Friday: No Practice
Last Weeks Results: vs. Baymonte 5-0 WIN!
Last Weeks Results: vs. Baymonte WIN!
Tiger Tracks Tiger Cubs Check this section each week for exciting news about our youngest Tigers! Parent Reminders! If your child is going to be absent from school, please make sure to notify the school by calling the attendance hotline (408-371-4815) or emailing your child's teacher. Also, please make sure to take your child's nap buddy home each Friday to be washed. This helps prevent the spread of germs.
Advance Dates 3/7 Spring Town Hall 3/14-18 Standardized Testing 3/14-18 Staff Appreciation Week 4/9 Spring Auction 4/22 CPTA Meeting
Extended Care SJCS is happy to offer extended care for our school families. Please remember, in order to take advantage of this service you MUST have a contract on file with the appropriate signatures, indication of who has permission to pick up your students and emergency contact information. Please contact Kimberly Basl, Extended Care Director with any questions you may have. kbasl@sjchristian.org
Wednesday, February 24, 2016 11:45am – 12:30pm Sign In / Lunch 12:30pm – 1:15pm Playground, Outdoor Games 1:15pm – 2:00pm GAGA Ball 2:00pm - 2:45pm Tabletop Games 2:45pm - 3:15pm Snacks 3:15pm – 3:45pm Outdoor Group Game 3:45pm - 4:15pm Playground/Outdoor Games 4:15pm - 4:45pm Beaded Key Chains 4:45p – 6:00p Tabletop Games/(movie @ 5:15pm)