10/11 Week 8 Field Trip Fun, RRW and Advent coming!

Thanks again to all the parents  for chaperoning with us on our Field trip yesterday! 

We learned a wealth of local history as well as learned about subsurface water,

examined soil samples, and learned about environmental cleanup.  God blessed us

 as the rain showers moved out while we atelunch, and we could hike to the top of the 

disposal cell.  Here’s  quick video about the history of the site. Weldon Spring Site Story   

Then of course the kids had a blast bowling.  We had evened learned had “Bowling Math” 

in class on Thursday to learn how to score.  It was wonderful to see the kids laughing and

 encouraging each other as they bowled.

Here is a  Google photo link for us to gather photos.  Check back next week after chaperones 

have added to the folder. 

WS/bowling photos  PARENTS - Please add a few of your best photos!

From the class blogger: Chase 

This week we had to sing the first two verses of Mighty Fortress. We also are starting an art project about camouflage. We are doing a lit project making a picture or a journal.

Important News/Reminders:

10/13-10/17 Red Ribbon Week  (see below for dress days)

Wednesday 10/15  Superhero Day 

Encouraging “superhero” themed chapel offerings in be donated to Friends of 

Kids with Cancer in honor of Drew Albritton whose birthday was in October.

Friday 10/17 Trunk or Treat

Friday 10/24  Optional Health Screening (see Sycamore to sign up)

Wednesday 10/29  Fall Harvest Party 

Teachers are splitting up names of our wonderful parent volunteers between  the 

parties this year.  Parties are much smaller now in junior high with more snack 

and social time.  It’s fine just to send in items without being able to attend.   With 

the awareness of  food allergies, Zion adopted a new policy this year: teachers will 

purchase all food items for parties with PTL funds, but we have other ways you can 

contribute to the fun!

Thursday 10/30 Parent teacher conferences 

An email will come from the office to sign up for a time between 8:00 a.m. and 7:45 p.m

Friday 10/31   Fall Break Day - No School

Tuesday 11/11  Veteran’s Day Chapel

 We  encourage you to share an invitation to family and friends who are veterans 

to attend worship with us this day at 8:10-8:45 in the church sanctuary.  

Hark - The Students Lead Advent Worship!

On Wednesday, December 3 at 10:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m, grades 5 and 6 will lead the

 first Advent worship services at Zion Church.  This is a wonderful opportunity for our

 students as they help our congregation prepare for the Lord's coming.  Attendance is

 expected at both services, so please mark your calendars now and keep the date open.  

Let me know of any conflicts right away as parts will be assigned in October. We are

 eager to begin preparations for leading worship as Advent will be here before we know it.

During the coming weeks, all students will learn songs selected to reinforce their 

message.  Students will also have opportunities to try various roles in the service, such 

as special drama, music, or “behind the scenes” parts.  Part of our Memory Work

 assignments will shift focus to learning songs and lines.  Students who play instruments

 will also have an opportunity to share their special musical talents. Please note:

1.       Students must be taking weekly lessons with a private instructor

2.       Students must not be beginners – they should already be fairly accomplished at 

their instruments

3.       Music should be from religious Advent or Christmas repertoire

4.       Students should speak with their private lesson teacher about choosing a piece

5.    Pieces must be PRACTICED and students be prepared to audition the second week 

of November.

 

 

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