Crossroads Christian School Madera

December Christian School Comment

admin — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 21:34:30 +0000

December issue of Christian School Comment.

Harvest Festival

dpssl — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 18:13:33 +0000

Harvest Festival
Mon Nov 03, 2008, 1:00 PM
By Laura Graves
Friday, October 24th began with the kids dressed in Harvest clothes for a dress-up contest, followed by a scarecrow making contest. Mrs. Reimer’s fourth grade class won the Spirit Sword for Harvest Day! That evening was the all-school Harvest Festival. The evening was filled with games, food, candy, bounce houses, and lots of excitement. Thanks to everyone who worked hard to make the evening a huge success!

Jr. High visits Washington D.C.

dpssl — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 18:09:16 +0000

Washington DC
Mon Nov 03, 2008, 9:00 AM
By Patty Dougherty
Seven students and five parents from our 7-8 grade class recently visited Washington DC. Our group joined up with Merced Christian School for the 7 day tour. Jamestown Settlement, Colonial Williamsburg, Mount Vernon, Monticello, and Gettysburg were special points of interest visited besides Washington DC itself. Students toured inside the Pentagon and the White House. Parents waiting outside the White House had an unexpected surprise as President Bush drove by and waved at them! Needless to say, the kids felt that the parents had the better view that day. At the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington Cemetery students watched as four students from the group were privileged to lay a wreath at the tomb. Our own Brooke Dykstra won an essay contest on “Why I’m Proud to Be an American” which qualified her to be one of the four. Our travelers will still be working on fundraisers throughout the year to pay themselves back for the cost of the trip. Overall, it was well worth the investment and a once in a lifetime opportunity.

Workday Scheduled for Modulars

dpssl — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 19:41:13 +0000

We are making good progress on our new buildings! The exterior has been painted (thank you, Frank Scriven). The sidewalks have been poured. Now we are ready for a crew of volunteers to help with miscellaneous jobs. Saturday, October 18 at 8:00 am we are planning a workday. Ron Walton will be coordinating the event. A few of the jobs that need completion are grading and smoothing dirt around new sidewalks, vacuuming carpets, scrubbing walls, and painting exterior trim. No experience necessary. Please call the office @ 662-1624 if you can help. Many hands make light work.

Students Rally for See You at the Pole

dpssl — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 22:51:18 +0000

About 15 students at Crossroads joined with students from schools across the nation for the annual “See You at the Pole” event. This year on the morning of September 24 students at private and public schools alike gathered before school around their flagpoles to pray. This is not a school-sponsored event, but is advertised at youth groups. Students then initiate the rally at their individual schools. Sometimes parents or youth pastors join with them. Student-led prayers brought many praises and requests before the throne of God that morning. Family, school, friends, government, election, and many other topics were included. Praise God that we have kids who are taking to heart II Chronicles 7:14, “If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and will heal their land.”

First Grade visits Animal Shelter

dpssl — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 22:47:54 +0000

On September 23 the first grade class from Crossroads Christian School visited the Madera County Animal Shelter. They collected items such as blankets, towels, newspapers, and food to donate to the shelter. Students were amazed at the number of animals waiting for adoption and learned how to care for these pets once they are taken home. “Not only did we see dogs and cats, but also horses, geese, and chickens. We wished we could have brought all the animals home!” commented teacher, Trina Prins. Principal Patty Dougherty added, “This was a great trip for the kids. It was not only educational but gave them an opportunity to give and be a blessing out in the community.”

Crusader Call - September 2008

admin — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 17:37:37 +0000

Dear Crossroads Family,

Welcome to the 2008-2009 school year! It is so good to have this place busy with activity and full of people. I love seeing the smiling faces and hearing the cheerful voices. We are beginning to settle into a routine and get down to work. Please know that I am here to support our teachers, students, and parents. I am looking forward to partnering with you in your child’s education and am available to hear your questions, comments, and concerns. I would like to invite you to pray with me from 8:00-8:05 each morning out front. Let’s see what God will do as we seek Him together.

Yours in Christ,
Patty Dougherty

SPECIAL POINTS OF INTEREST:
Flag Football and Volleyball season has begun. Games are on Fridays at 12:45 pm.
Fifth through eight grade P.E. uniforms are available for purchase in the school office.
Pizza Day is every Wednesday for only $3.00.
Don’t forget to begin logging your volunteer hours in the back of your student handbook to turn in when you have completed 12 volunteer hours.

Picture Day
School picture day is scheduled for Friday, September 19th. This
photograph will be the picture in the yearbook and on your child’s
identification card.

Back to School Night
Back to School Night is scheduled for Thursday, September 18th from 6:00-7:30 pm. Come and see your child’s classroom and enjoy a delicious barbeque.

Donations Needed
First grade will be going on a field trip to the animal shelter on Tuesday,
September 23rd. The shelter has asked for
donations of old, clean blankets and towels as well as newspapers and canned cat and dog food. Please bring donations to the school office.

Thank You!
Crossroads would like to say thank you to Jerry Volkmar and crew for all of your hard work while installing the skirting on the portable buildings! The buildings look great, and the students are looking forward to this new addition to our school.

A Note from PTFC
Remember to mark your calendars for our first meeting on September 9th at 3:00 pm. This meeting is very important, because we will be taking nominations for PTFC officers. We also need to set dates for our school activities. Please come with your great ideas and enthusiasm. Remember, Crusader Care is available and meetings count toward your volunteer hours.

Please turn in Box Tops to your child’s teacher. And don’t throw away those Save Mart receipts. Turn them in to your child’s teacher, so we can earn valuable rewards.
- Laurie Harry, PTFC President

Meet a Board Member
Mike Gonsalves
Mike has been involved with Crossroads for over 13 years. He was on the original committee that established Crossroads in 1997 and served as one of the original board members for four years. Mike left the board for two years and was asked to return in 2004. He currently serves as the board president. He attends Grace Community Church and has been a member since it was founded in 1980. He and his wife Marilyn have two grown sons, Marcus and Matthew. Mike says, “I count it a privilege to serve on the board and am in awe as I have seen the Lord grow an excellent Christian school from nothing.”

Yearbook Update
Dedication pages and pictures from last year’s yearbook are available for pick up in the school office.

Parent Reminder
If you have received a letter informing you that your child’s file needs to be updated, please turn in the information as soon as possible. It is important for your child’s health and safety that our information is correct and up to date.

New Life Drama Company to perform in chapel

dpssl — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 16:45:33 +0000

Parents and friends of Crossroads are invited to come and experience the New Life Drama Company as they minister the gospel of Jesus Christ through the art form of skit drama. Their presentation is a series of short powerful skits that are not only fun and exciting but life changing as well. These skits touch on a wide variety of topics such as salvation, prayer, evangelism, family issues, and more. The material will make you laugh as well as challenge you to a closer walk with the Lord. This special chapel will take place on Wednesday, October 1st at 10:00 am in the youth room. An offering will be taken to support them in their ministry.

Modular building update

dpssl — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 16:22:34 +0000

Four modular buildings have been set up and are being revamped and prepared for use. Over the summer a crew of volunteers put in insulation in the floors and the buildings were put together. CCS extends a big thank you to Frank Scriven, Doug and Shannon Sholten, Travis Taylor, Jerry Volkmar, Richie Iest, Mike Gonsalves, Dave Ross, and Mark McCann for tackling that job. Electric wires have been run to the buildings and will soon be hooked up and checked. Ron Walton, who worked with us on the long process of obtaining permits, has been hired to oversee the completion of this project. Ron, Frank Scriven, Jerry Volkmar and crew put skirting around the bottom of the buildings. Frank, who has put in countless hours, is doing the exterior painting. Chuck Uptergrove, of IKON roofing (and dad of Quinn), has started on the roof. He is most generously donating brand new state of the art roofing. Things are moving right along as God continues to meet our needs. Be sure to take a minute and thank some of these generous people mentioned when you see them. They are showing the meaning of being “blessed to be a blessing” as they donate their time and talents. We are confident of this…that He who began the good work will be faithful to complete it.

About Karen Reimer

admin — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 18:35:46 +0000

Name: Karen Reimer

Position: 4th grade teacher

Years in Present Position: 1st year at Crossroads

Academic Training: Tabor College, Kansas BA in Medical Technology Medical Technology
National University, CA Teaching Credential

Type of Credential: Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential with CLAD certification.

Church Affiliation: Grace Community Church, Madera

Karen says, “I am thoroughly enjoying teaching at Crossroads. It is a privilege and awesome responsibility to share with my students in each and every subject about God. To be able to pray with my students and colleagues is very precious to me. I desire that each and every one of my students learn to love Jesus more and more with each passing day.”