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CHRISTIAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY A C A D E M Y AUGUST 21, 2015
Head Of School Notes - by Julie Ambler Each year, the Head of School prayerfully selects a spiritual theme for The Woodlands Christian Academy, which we then emphasize at chapel, in the classrooms and on the playing fields. This year’s theme is thrive, and it was inspired by the song of the same name recorded by the group Casting Crowns. The lyrics include – I know we were made for so much more than ordinary life … it’s time for us to more than just survive … we were made to thrive … joy unspeakable, faith unsinkable, love unstoppable, anything is possible. Life should be more than following a routine checklist of obligations and duties. Life should be a rich adventure in which we learn to flourish and prosper while serving Jesus Christ. To help our students to thrive, we want to ground them in the Word of God; He is their sure foundation, and they can safely build their lives upon His truths. We want them to be a part of a school community where they are known and can make valuable contributions. We want to celebrate the varied personalities represented by each one of our students. We want each student to develop a wide range of skills, and we want to inspire them in the areas where they have a natural bent. We want them to recognize damaging influences so they can make good choices. We want them to risk trying new things, so they will discover new talents and build confidence. The habit of trying builds grit and tenacity, even when the results are not as anticipated.
A few weeks ago, I was kayaking down the Guadalupe River in Hunt, Texas. Along this section of the Guadalupe River, there are enormous Cypress trees that have withstood many a drought and many a flood. These trees are hundreds of years old, over 100 feet tall, with diameters in excess of five feet. They line the banks of the river; in some places they are so close together that they create solid walls along the river. Their roots show above the water and extend far into the river. They look like mighty warriors standing guard over the river with their enormous branches and abundant green foliage. What a picture of thriving and how well their appearance reminded me of this year’s Scripture verse, Jeremiah 17:7-8 “But blessed is the one who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence is in him. They will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear fruit.” Oh that the students of The Woodlands Christian Academy would grow to become such mighty trees, planted firmly in Jesus Christ, thriving in spite of the culture around them!
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All School News Back In The Swing Of Things! Woodlands Christian students are quickly getting back into the routine of the school year!
Mrs. Porter’s kindergarten students enjoy their first library visit of the new school year.
Ms. Cohea’s sixth grade art students are already getting creative!
Mrs. Simon’s third grade music theory students explore their keyboards.
Mrs. Harpel’s middle school history students work collaboratively to create timelines and info graphics.
The board members of our high school Interact Club attended a special training session to brainstorm ideas for service projects for the new school year.
AUGUST 21, 2015
ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT NEWS
Warrior Football To Host Scrimmage The 2015 edition of Warrior varsity football kicks off on Thursday, August 20 at 6:00 p.m. with a home scrimmage against Northland Christian. Important schedule change — Due to the ongoing construction of our new track, the location for the August 28 game with the John Cooper School has been changed. The game will now be played at John Cooper. The scheduled kick-off time remains the same, 7:00 p.m. Make plans now to come out and support your Warrior varsity football team!
Warrior Volleyball Off To A Strong Start The Warrior varsity volleyball team is undefeated through their first seven matches of the 2015 season. The team finished in first place in the Baytown Christian tournament held last week and scored a victory over Cypress Christian in their season opener at home on Tuesday, August 18. Another tournament is on tap as the team travels to Conroe for the Covenant Christian tournament August 20-22. The next chance to see your Warrior volleyball team in action will be Tuesday, August 25 when they host Rosehill Christian. The junior varsity team gets the action started at 5:00 p.m. followed by the varsity match at 6:00 p.m.
At The Woodlands Christian Academy, the safety of our students, parents and visitors is our foremost concern. Therefore, we respectfully request that you refrain from bringing pets when attending games, practices or other school events. We greatly appreciate your attention to this matter. Thank you!
Mark your calendar! All school Fall Sports Pep Rally & Fellowship Wednesday, September 2 5:45 - 8:00 p.m. David Gym/SLC Your favorite sports teams’ schedules can by found by clicking here! AUGUST 21, 2015
 
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Join us on Sunday, August 23 at 4:00 p.m. Meet at the flag pole at the center of campus as we gather to pray for our children, our teachers, and our school administration. We’ll pray for peace and unity, safety, and for the love of Christ to spread throughout our schools. All Woodlands Christian parents and students are encouraged to attend. For more information please contact Drew Howard - dredhoward@gmail.com
Moms In Prayer
Thursday mornings beginning August 27 8:00 a.m. Room 309 (lower school deck) The Woodlands Christian Moms In Prayer group invites all moms, grandmas, aunts - any woman desiring to pray scripturally and specifically for our children and our school to join them for a powerful time of prayer. For more information please contact Jerri Mortensen at jerriandcurt@yahoo.com
Faith Through The Fire A Study of 1 Peter
PTF Ladies Bible Study Begins September 9 $40 per player 1:30 p.m. Library
(includes dinner, drinks and door prizes)
Sherry McClure will present Faith Through The Fire, an eight
This is a social doubles tournament for Word of God to learn about week study in the beginner through advanced players. having a faith that will be proven genuine.
MaterialsChristian will beAcademy. distributed All proceeds benefit The Woodlands
during the first class. So that we may have adequate materials, please contact Shawn Lusk if you are interested in attending. luskfamily@mac.com AUGUST 21, 2015
Parent Information Nights UPPER SCHOOL
LOWER SCHOOL
PARENT INFORMATION NIGHTS
PARENT INFORMATION NIGHTS
Middle School
Thursday, August 20 1st - 2nd Grades
Tuesday, August 25
6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Enter through Timothy Administration Building then on to classrooms
6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Begin in MPR then visit classrooms
High School
Wednesday, August 26
Parent Information Nights are important and attendance is strongly encouraged. Since these evenings are designed especially for parents, it is preferred that information nights be attended by parents only.
6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Begin in MPR then visit classrooms
If parents are unable to make other arrangements, children may attend.
Parent Information Nights are important and attendance is strongly encouraged. As these evenings are designed for parents, student attendance is not required.
CO-ED DOUBLES TENNIS SOCIAL The Woodlands Country Club Sunday, September 13, 2015 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Click here to register!
$40 per player (includes dinner, drinks and door prizes) This is a social doubles tournament for beginner through advanced players. All proceeds benefit The Woodlands Christian Academy.
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