Fountain Inn Christian School
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The following information is from DSS and DHEC. The information is intended to help keep centers and parents updated concerning the H1N1 virus. You may use the information as you feel will best serve your center and families. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office.
The novel H1N1 flu (swine flu) has continued to affect our state and has been declared a worldwide pandemic. We need
your help to prevent the spread of flu among our children.
The novel H1N1 flu (swine flu) spreads the same way that regular seasonal flu viruses spread, mainly through the coughs
and sneezes of people who are sick with the flu. It also spreads by touching contaminated objects and then touching your
eyes, nose or mouth.
The best way to prevent the flu is by getting a flu shot each year. We expect that a vaccine to fight the novel H1N1 flu
(swine flu) will be available later this year. Please watch for its availability and discuss vaccination for you and your
family with your health care provider.
You can also help slow the spread of flu by doing the following:
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Talk with your child about hand washing. Frequent hand washing with soap and warm water helps remove virusesand other germs. Children should wash their hands for about 20 seconds or as long as it takes to sing the “Happy
Birthday” song twice.
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Teach your child to cover her or his mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing and then to throwthe tissue away. Your child can cough or sneeze into his or her upper sleeve if no tissue is handy. Wash hands
afterward.
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Encourage your child to eat healthy foods, exercise, and get plenty of rest.•
Keep your child home if he or she has a fever of 100oF or higher with a cough or sore throat for which there is noknown cause. Call your child’s school or childcare provider and tell them your child’s symptoms. In most cases,
your child can return after he or she has been fever free for at least 24 hours
without taking fever-reducingmedications.
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Make sure the school or childcare provider has a way to reach you. Children who become ill with flu-likesymptoms at school or with a childcare provider must be sent home.
We greatly appreciate your help and understanding. We will do our best to keep schools and childcare programs open. To
help us do this, we encourage you to review the childcare and school exclusion lists on our Web site:
www.scdhec.gov/health/disease/exclusion.htm
. They list more information about when a child should be kept home.Families should have plans in the event that schools and childcare programs must be closed.
Information on the novel H1N1 flu (swine flu) continues to change quickly. We will do our best to keep you informed.
Together we can slow the spread of flu. If you have questions about the novel H1N1 flu (swine flu), please call 211 or
your local public health department.
Updated Exclusion Criteria for Influenza / Influenza-Like Illnesses
Amendment to the Official List of Conditions Requiring Exclusion from School for 2009-2010 and the Official List of Conditions Requiring Exclusion from Out-of-Home Childcare Settings for 2009-2010, effective August 28, 2009
The exclusion and reporting criteria for influenza / influenza-like illnesses(ILI)
1 outlined in this document supersede those noted in the June 2009 revisions to the Official List of Conditions Requiring Exclusion from School for 2009-2010 and the Official List of Conditions Requiring Exclusion from Out-of-Home Childcare Settings for 2009-2010.1
ILI is defined as an oral temperature of 100 degrees Fahrenheit or more with a cough and/or sore throat for which there is no other known cause besides the flu or an influenza-like illness.2
An ill person has signs of a fever if he or she feels warmer than usual to the touch, has a flushed appearance, or is sweating or shivering.3
Report suspected outbreaks and clusters of diseases or symptoms that would not be reportable as single cases. An "outbreak" in a school is defined as an excess number of cases or symptoms over the expected occurrence of disease within a school or classroom or group.4
Until DHEC’s web-based surveillance system is available, schools should complete paper-based ILI reporting forms daily and submit them to their district surveillance coordinator. District surveillance coordinators should review the information and assure that follow-up has occurred if the data suggests an outbreak at a school. Private schools should complete the paper-based reporting forms and maintain the information at the school level. ILI-reporting and tracking forms are available from the August 21, 2009 DHEC Health Advisory: Interim Guidance for Nonresidential K-12 School Responses to Influenza during the 2009-2010 School Year, available from this page: http://www.dhec.sc.gov/health/disease/han/notifications.htm.
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Exclusion Criteria for Students |
Exclusion Criteria for Employees |
Documentation or Criteria to Return |
Reportable to Health Department? |
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Exclude students with influenza or ILI A until at least 24 hours after they are free of fever or signs of a fever2 (without the use of fever-reducing medicines). |
Same as for students. |
Parent Note or parent communication (or employee statement) verifying that the child or employee has not had a fever for 24 hours and has not taken any fever-reducing medications for 24 hours. |
Report outbreaks immediately by phone. 3Schools: Report ILI daily using DHEC’s web-based surveillance system.4 |
The 2009-2010 Falcon Flyer is published every Monday and available for students
to purchase for $.25 each. Please see the school office for your copy.
Volume 1: August 25, 2009
A TEACHERS STORY
By: Jessica Walls In this section we will learn about our teachers and thier background. My first interview was with Mr. Jackson, our principal. This is Mr. Jackson’s 5th year as principal at FICS. From the time Mr. Jackson was in high school playing basketball, he always wanted to coach, teach, and work with kids. He told me he’s never really wanted to do anything else and we can clearly tell by his devotion and work he puts into his job. Mr. Jackson has now been teaching and ministering to kids for 19 years. He had his own business for 5 years until he decided to be a part of the ministry here at FICS as principal. He said the part he loves most is working with the students here. Mr. Jackson also would like to share some of his testimony; his dad is a Baptist Preacher, so he grew up in church, accepted Christ at age seven and has walked with the Lord since. His life verse is Hebrew 12: 1-2 “Therefore since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. Let us fix our eyes on Jesus the author and perfecter of our faith who the joy set before him endured the cross scorning its shame and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.” He uses this as a reminder to keep his eyes on God and headed in the right direction. To conclude Mr. Jackson would like to welcome our veteran students back as well as the new students and he is looking forward to a wonderful new school year.
Student Section
We would like to welcome our new students to FICS.
K4 - Cole Asberry, Morgann Ayers, Elizabeth Bullock, Kendal Chapman, Jayden Mahaffey, Madelynn Martin, Sam Nimmons, Donald Noll, Jayden Pyles, Bryson Shaleuly; K5 - Jackson Dotson, Chesney Feltman; 1st - Victoria Brewster, Savannah Feusse; 2nd - Courtney Chapman, Jadyn Harper, Dominique Thornton, Nancy Wood; 3rd - James Feusse, Jon Feusse, Salina Milana; 4th - Elisa Milana, Corey Thornton; 5th - Cameron Chapman, Austin Richey; 6th - Mikayla Feusse, Tiffany Foster, Michael Maritato, Giovanna Milana, Natasha Wood; 7th - Daniel Black, Ivy Blankenship, Tiffany Cape, Blake Mcleod; 8th -Joey Delorenzi, Maria Milana; 9th - ]ordan Chandler, Zach Howes, Johnny Long; 10th - Jon Cooper, Jessica Dotson; 11th - Jessie York, Nick Strickland; 12th - Arielle Gore, Lucas Stubblefield
Student Corner
By: Tori Sprinkle
This summer was full of excitement; here are some words from your fellow students about their summer.
K-5 - Caleigh Atwood went swimming this summer and took care of her mom after being in a car wreck and visited Gatlinburg. She said this summer was “awesome.” 1st Grade - Savannah Feusse spent time with her family this summer and played lots of games. She said her summer was “fun.” 2nd Grade - Sarah Miller made a splash this summer at the water park. She had a great time with her nana and went to Polly’s Island. Sarah said she had a “great summer.” 3rd Grade - Nicole Lorriss says she spent some of her summer at the beach with her family. She described her summer as “awesome.” James Feusse went to a camp at the lake which consisted of swimming and boating. James also said his summer was “awesome.” 4th Grade - Victoria Snyder rocked out at a Demi Lavato concert!! Victoria said summer vacation was “FUN.” Elisa Milana spent her summer up north with her family. She tells us that her summer was “cool and awesome.” 5th Grade - Jordan Sutter was in the air this summer heading to Pennsylvania. Her summer vacation was spent with family and friends. Jordan reports that her summer was “amazing.” Cameron Chapman was busy this summer; he went to the beach as well as Louisville, Kentucky. He spent time with his uncle and went to the derby. Cameron said, “This summer was great, but way to fast.” 6th Grade - David Mattox tackled football camp this summer and spent time with his family. David said his summer was simply a “vacation.” Taylor Waddell went on two trips this summer; one was to the beach and the other was up in the mountains. She also hung out with her mom. She said, “This was an awesome summer.” 7th Grade - Nicholas Van Houten spent his summer swimming. He also went to the beach and visited his stepfamily. Nicholas said his summer was “awesome.” Sarah Wilson visited the beach this summer, as well as visiting her grandparents. Her description of this summer was “very boring” 8th Grade - Tamara Diemer went on a cruise to Alaska for a week and the rest of her summer was spent with her friends. Tamara called it an “unforgettable summer". Chris Verdin visited Atlanta for two days; and went to the aquarium. His friends took up the rest of his summer. Chris said it was an “okay summer.” 9th Grade - Adrienne Sanders was consumed by her friends this summer. She spent most of her time at the movies and at friend’s houses. “Best summer ever” she said. Jessi Ross got closer to God this summer at her first Pee Dee Camp. She also spent a lot of time with her friend Ashley Jordan. Jessi said, “This was the best summer yet.” 10th Grade - Marshall Mcloud was crazy-busy this summer working a full time job. Marshall said it wasn’t his best summer, but it was “stupidly busy.” Victoria Willkey moved into her new home. She spent time at church, as well as going to the lake with her family. Victoria said her summer was "interesting.” 11th Grade - Jessie Powell went on a trip to the beach. Not only did she hang with old friends, she made new ones. Jessie said, “My summer was crazy-amazing.” Nick Stickland had some awesome summer with band and football practice. Other than working, Nick spent time with his family. “Great summer” is how Nick described it. 12th Grade - Josh Hughes went to Costal Carolina for baseball and had football practice. Josh called his summer “hot and boring.” Kristina Baun played it simple this summer; she went swimming with her friends. Unfortunately she said her summer was a “disaster.”
Falcon Sports
Bump, Set, Spike – Volleyball News
The 2009 volleyball team is coached by Ms. Gia Atwood. This will be her second year coaching the falcons. Their first practice was on August 20th. After the first practice, we asked Mrs. Atwood what she thought of the 2009 volleyball season and this is what she said, “It is a young team and I believe that they will do just fine this year. The girls were excited to get started. The first practice went really well. The girls hustled and gave me 110%. We did some drills, running, and serving.” The opening game will be against Eastside Christian Academy in Greenwood. The game will be held on August 25th at 5:00. So come out and support our volleyball team. The 2009 volleyball players are: 6th Grade -Tiffany Foster, Gia Milana; 7th Grade - Rebecca Berger, Tiffany Cape, Keri Milam, Madison Roy, Taylor Waddell, Natasha Wood; 8th Grade - Tamara Diemer; 9th Grade -Teresa Diemer; 10th Grade - Jessica Dottson; 11th Grade - Ashley Jordan, Jessi York
Gridiron News
The Falcons opened the 2009 football season with a 72-28 victory at Oak Level on Friday, Aug. 21. This is their third year with the football program. The head coach of the football team is Rev. Jamie Hughes. The 2009 football players are: Nick Strickland, #8, 11th grade; Jon Cooper, #50,10th grade; Derek Jefferson, #12, 10th grade; Marshall McLeod, #90, 10th grade; Tyler Kimbrell, #62, 11th grade; Nick Hughes, #20, 11th grade; Jordan Kimbell, #63, 8th grade; Johnny Miller, #88, 12th grade; Josh Hughes, #10, 12th grade; Shawn McAlister, #44, 8th grade; Matthew Tollison, #70, 9th grade; Frank Gossett, #13, 10th grade
Inspirational Scripture of the week:
Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the thoughts I think toward you saith the Lord,
thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.
Volume 2: August 31, 2009
We just wanted to say thank you from the student body and staff to everyone who helped clean and fix up our school over the summer. First, we would like to thank Fountain Inn Church of God for helping paint, clean and re-design the office. Also, we want to thank a family from the school for stripping and waxing the floors, the county for re-painting the roof, and the mulch for the playground, which was donated to us. We appreciate all the hard work.
College News
We would like to say Congratulations to senior, Johnny Miller, for being accepted to Toccoa Falls College in Toccoa Falls, Ga.
Upcoming Events
September 7th - Labor Day - NO SCHOOL
September 10th – Yearbook pictures will be taken
September 15th - Senior pictures will be taken for the girls.
September 16th – Senior pictures will be taken for the boys.
September 18th - Progress reports come out
September 18th - Abundant Funds fundraiser starts September 23rd – 25th - SCACS Convention – NO SCHOOL
Student Section
By: Caitlyn Roller
Last week I interviewed some of the new students. Here are some of their thoughts on their new school.
I spoke with Cole Asburry and he said that his favorite part of school was lunch. Next, I talked to Savannah Feusse. She said her favorite subject was spelling and that she also enjoys lunchtime. I also interviewed Jadyn Harper. She likes to have recess outside. Before she came to FICS, she was home schooled. Austin Richey likes the school and his favorite subject is writing.
Inspirational Scripture of the week:
Romans 1:16 For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek.
Falcon Sports
Bump, Set, Spike – Volleyball News
The girl’s volleyball team played at Eastside on Tuesday, Aug. 25th. The Volleyball games this week are: home game against Calvary at 4:00 on Tuesday, Sept. 1st and home game against Lighthouse at 3:30 on Thursday, Sep. 3rd
Gridiron News
The Falcons will play their next football game on Friday, Sept. 4th at 7:30 PM against Philadelphia at home.
Our 2009 Football Cheerleaders are: 9th Grade - Rachel Kloeser; 10th Grade - Lindsey Masters, Dani Miller, Mykel Thompson; 12th Grade - Kristina Baun, Stephannie Buchanan
A TEACHERS STORY
By: Jessica Walls
This week I interviewed Mrs. Diemer. She shared some interesting things with me about herself. One of the interesting things she told me was, she is presently in school and will be graduating in December for her B.S. She also told me that she absolutely loves working with children, and she had originally intended to be a nurse. She decided nursing school wasn’t for her and attempted to go into accounting. She also decided that accounting wasn’t for her either. Then she became a preschool teacher at Flamingo Road Christian School in Florida.
She has now been teaching for eleven years, and has been in the ministry for about eight. She teaches K4 and K5, but she said she loves teaching and getting involved with children of all ages.
I also asked Mrs. Diemer about her testimony. She said she was saved at age twelve, and she has always been involved in Christian schools and in church. One of her life verses is Proverbs 22:6 “Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he shall not depart from it.” Mrs. Diemer said she uses this verse in her classroom everyday to help plant a seed in the children’s minds of how important it is to teach others about Christ. The last thing she would like to say is to all the students, “this is the beginning of a new year and a clean slate, so don’t let your past define your present and start the new year with a new attitude.”
Volume 3: September 8, 2009
A TEACHERS STORY
By: Jessica Walls
This week’s interview is with our volleyball coach, Mrs. Atwood. Teaching has been a life long dream for Mrs. Atwood. She has always wanted to work with kids and coach. She has now been teaching and involved in ministry through the school for 4 years. Mrs. Atwood is also currently working for her second masters in psychology. She first started working in a preschool and went on from there. Mrs. Atwood absolutely loves kids. Mrs. Atwood is also a foster parent. She’s had 12 foster kids in this past year. She is currently fostering two kids, Deondre and a little girl named Trinity along with her two other kids named Caleigh and Trace. Mrs. Atwood grew up in a Christian home and attended a Baptist church. She was saved at age 9 and was always involved with her youth group but she really became close with God when she turned 17 and her mom became sick with cancer. Her mom died shortly after her junior year in school. God was with her through it all and she has remained close to him since. Her life verse is Phil. 4:13 “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” She uses this every day to give her strength and courage to go through her life. Mrs. Atwood is truly happy with her life and enjoys every moment, from being with her kids, to teaching, to her role as our volleyball coach. With that said, Mrs. Atwood truly is a wonderful person and truly is one of Gods children, and we are glad to have her here at F.I.C.S.
Student Section
By: Tori Sprinkle
I took time this week to talk to some of our new students to see how they like their new school.
6th grader Mikayla Feusse says she really enjoys FICS. Her favorite class is penmanship.
7th grader Tiffany Cape loves coming to FICS, she’s made lots of new friends and is on the volleyball team, her favorite class is math.
9th grader Johnny Long said his first year is going great, he enjoys Bible class.
11th grader Jessie York said this year is going good, she likes math and is also on the volleyball team.
Falcon Sports Bump, Set, Spike – Volleyball News
The Volleyball team played 2 games at home last week. The Falcons lost the game on Tuesday against Calvary, but pulled out a victory at the game on Thursday against Lighthouse Christian School. The Falcons play this Tuesday at Greenville Home School at 4:00 and at home on Thursday at 4:00 against Crosspoint Christian School.
Gridiron News
The Falcons played Philadelphia Christian from Rutledge, GA. on Friday, September 4, 2009. The Falcons won 68 to 48. This week, on Friday, September 11th the Falcons play at Wardlaw Academy in Johnston, S.C. at 7:30 PM.
Upcoming Events
September 10th – Yearbook pictures will be taken
September 15th - Senior pictures will be taken for the girls.
September 16th – Senior pictures will be taken for the boys.
September 18th - Progress reports come out
September 18th - Abundant Funds fundraiser starts
September 22 – The juniors and senior will visit Toccoa Falls College
September 23rd – 25th - SCACS Convention – NO SCHOOL
Inspirational Scripture of the week:
Proverbs 1:7 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction.
Volume 4: September 14, 2009
A TEACHERS STORY
By: Jessica Walls
This week I had the privilege of interviewing Ms. VanHouten. She is an amazing lady and I enjoyed speaking with her. Ms. VanHouten said that teaching wasn’t her original dream, but when she took a class in high school on elementary education she fell in love with the idea. She has now been teaching for 6 years. Ms. VanHouten also has some other really cool jobs; she is a travel agent, motivational speaker, and an adult teacher. She says the best part of her job is when you have a child who doesn’t understand something and then you see that “Oh I get it now” look on their face. Even though Ms.VanHouten has all these cool jobs now, she used to be a stay at home mom where she home schooled her two children, Brittany who graduated from here as valedictorian in 2008 and her son, Nicholas who is in seventh grade and currently attends F.I.C.S. She says her kids are her miracle from God. Ms. VanHouten told me she didn’t grow up in a religious home. When she was in her teens she started realizing something was missing. As a young adult she was saved at age 27, ever since then she has been growing closer to God daily. She also found that she has a passion for teaching high school kids about God because she can relate to a lot of them and can understand thier problems. She dosen’t really have one favorite verse but she does have a saying “In your relationships it should be God, the other person and you.” She says what this means is God should come first in all aspects of your life and noone, not even yourself should be before him. As we’ve seen, Ms. VanHouten loves God and eventually wants to go deeper into ministry and write a bible study for adults. The last thing she would like to say is this, “To all the students and anyone who reads this, no matter what anyone says, never doubt your worth cause in Gods eyes you’re a true miracle”.
Inspirational Scripture of the week:
1 Chronicles 16:29 Give unto the LORD the glory due unto his name: bring an offering, and come before him: worship the LORD in the beauty of holiness.
Falcon Sports
Bump, Set, Spike – Volleyball News
The girl’s volleyball team played and lost to Greenville Home School on Tuesday, Seotember 8th. The Falcons also played and won against Crosspoint Christian on Thursday, September 10th. The next game is Friday, September 18th at 5:00, against Calvary in Belton.
Gridiron News
This week the Falcons will hit the gridiron at home on Thursday at 7:30 for a game against SCSDB.
College News
2009 - 2010 SAT Testing Dates
Test Dates Registration Dates Late Registration
10/10/09 9/9/09 9/10/09-9/23/09
11/7/09 10/1/09 10/2/09- 9/15/09
12/5/09 10/30/09 10/31/09-11/12/09
1/23/10 12/15/09 12/16/09-12/30/09
3/13/10 2/4/10 2/5/10-2/18/10
5/1/10 3/25/10 3/26/10-4/8/10
6/5/09 4/29/09 4/30/10-5/13/10
Upcoming Events
September 15th - Senior pictures will be taken for the girls.
September 16th – Senior pictures will be taken for the boys.
September 18th - Progress reports come out
September 18th - Abundant Funds fundraiser starts
September 22 – The juniors and senior will visit Toccoa Falls College
September 23rd – 25th - SCACS Convention – NO SCHOOL
Volume 5: September 21, 2009
A TEACHERS STORY
By: Jessica Walls
This week, I had a wonderful talk with Mrs. Buchanan and found out some interesting things about her. Mrs. Buchanan has loved kids her entire life and she knows teaching has always been her calling. She has taught for about 34 years. She started in a day care working with after school children, which she did for 10 years, Mrs. Buchanan says her favorite part about her job is that she not only can teach kids in academics but can also share the gospel with them. Even though this has always been her dream she has had other jobs too. She has been in retail and she spent two years as a seal secretary. Mrs. Buchanan was saved at age 7 and has always been very active in her church and just like all Christians she has wondered from her path but has always found her way back home. Her two life verses are Philippians 4:13 “I can do all things through Christ he strengthens me.” She uses this to remind her that any obstacle she has, she can face because God is there strengthening her. The other verse is Isaiah 40:31 “But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.” She says this reminds her she doesn’t need drugs or alcohol or anything else to get a high in life because God lifts her up like the verse says and she can do anything as long as God is there. Mrs. Buchanan is a very happy person who always seems to have a smile on her face no matter what and she has a very special task set for her, which is to witness and mentor to kids. She said the best part is when the task has been fulfilled and you get to see the child and all he or she has accomplished for God and know that you had a small part in planting that seed that grew to be the person they have become. Before I close, Mrs. Buchanan would like to say “As long as God is first you can over come anything and any obstacle and that when faced with trials don’t think of them as troubled times but as a time were your faith has a chance to grow stronger.” Well, I think that says it all, Mrs. Buchanan is truly a remarkable woman who absolutely loves God and enjoys life to the fullest in every way.
Upcoming Events
September 22 – The juniors and senior will visit Toccoa Falls College
September 23rd – 25th - SCACS Convention – NO SCHOOL
Student Section
Student Body Government Elections took place in chapel on Thursday, Sept. 17th. Congratulations to the following students: President-Regis Grant; Vice President-Luke Stubblefield; Secretary-Dani Miller
Senios will need to make an appointment with Photographic Solutions to view your senior pictures. Each senior will need to choose a cap & gown pose and one casual pose for their yearbook page.
Inspirational Scripture of the week:
James 1:26 If any man among you seem to be religious, and bridleth not his tongue, but deceiveth his own heart, this man's religion is vain.
Chapel Speaker of the Week:
7th -12th grade chapel services take place on Thursdays at 10:00 AM in the Civic Center Auditorium. Parents are welcome to attend chapel services. Our speaker for chapel on October 1st will be one of our seniors, Johnny Miller.
New Lunch Menu Items
We would like to welcome Waffle House to our Wednesday lunch menu. Now on Wednesdays, you will have a choice of Arby’s or Waffle House. Listed below are your choices and prices from Waffle House.
Original burger $1.00 w/cheese $1.25 Quarter burger $1.60 w/ cheese $1.85 Patty melt on wheat $2.10 Chicken melt on wheat $2.10 Chicken sandwich $2.10 Grilled cheese $1.00 Sausage/egg/cheese biscuit $1.10 Bacon/egg/cheese biscuit $1.10
Falcon Sports
Bump, Set, Spike – Volleyball News
The Lady Falcons played and lost to Calvary in Belton on Friday. The Lady Falcons will play at home this week against Eastside on Tuesday, Sept. 22nd at 4:00.
Gridiron News
The Falcons won at home on Friday night against SCSDB, 50 to 34. Frank Gosset had 137 yards. Johnny Miller had five touchdowns, Josh Hughes
had a 134 yards passing, Nick Hughes had two interceptions and sixty yards return on one interception, and Derek Jefferson had three sacks and eight tackles. The Falcons next game is against CSRA at home on Sept. 25th at 7:30.
Just a few Reminders:
*Parents and students are encouraged to visit our school’s website @ ficsfalcons.org. The website is updated on a regular basis. We also have information posted in the Tribune Times “school news” section each week.
*Progrees reports need to be signed by the parent and returned to the school office.
*All visitors on campus will need to report to the school office to sign in and receive a visitor’s pass.
*OFFICE PHONE PROCEDURES
Please do not call the office and ask to speak with your child because we want to keep classroom interruptions to a minimum. Parents are encouraged to take care of all communication with their children before they arrive at school. However, in case of an emergency, school personnel will contact your child with the information as
you request. If students need to make an emergency phone call, they may come to the office to make the call.
*SHINING YOUR LIGHT AT THE BALLGAMES
This is just a simple reminder for parents to remind their children that we need to be at our best in the way we look, act, and support our teams. We have a great opportunity to be a witness for our Savior at such events. Let us strive together to be the best witness we can be! May our “lights” shine always and everywhere, as we never know who may be watching!!
*Attendance/ Tardy Policy
The South Carolina State Law requires that a student must be in attendance a minimum of 170 days of school per year. The 170-day rule will be enforced, except in cases of extended chronic illnesses when certified by a physician and/or absences that are due to an emergency situation approved by the Administrator as excusable.
Excused Absences
Illness or injury that is certified by a doctor’s statement.
Death in the immediate family.
Court or legal proceedings.
School functions or activities.
Unexcused Absences
Willingful absences.
Unacceptable cause absences such as family vacation.
When a student returns to school after being absent, he is required to bring a written excuse to the school office, signed by the parent or guardian. A doctor’s statement must be present for a medical excuse. Students are expected to make up all missed work for any absence. In case of a planned unexcused absence, such as a family trip, the office must be notified in advance in order for missed work to be made up. Students arriving to school later than 11:30 AM will be counted absent for the day. Students leaving prior to 11:30 AM will be counted absent for the day. A student who has an unexcused absence for the day may not participate in extracurricular school activities. Students arriving to school later than 8:00 AM will need to obtain a late pass from the school office. Three unexcused tardies will count as one unexcused absence. A student absent more than the allowed (10) days may be retained for the year, and/or subject to summer school in order to move to the next grade.
Volume 6: October 5, 2009
A TEACHERS STORY
By: Jessica Walls
Most of our teachers have always wanted to teach or work with kids; however, Mr. Bates is a different story. He originally wanted to be an engineer, then a youth leader. While he was on a mission trip with his youth, he was torturing some of the kids and one of them told him that he would be an awesome teacher and his career went from there. He has now been teaching two years and enjoys every minute of it. Mr. Bates first teaching job was right here at F.I.C.S. Mr. Bates has been a youth pastor for three years and is currently at a church in Travelers Rest. Mr. Bates said that the best part about both jobs is that when you get to watch the kids grow not only in their daily life but in their spirtual lives as well. The following is some of Mr. Bates testimony: He moved around a lot during his childhood because his dad was a minister. Mr. Bates became bitter not only towards his dad but God as well. He came to a point in his life where he said I’m through with You, God it’s my life and I’m going to live it my way. In sixth grade he had to have a four inch screw put in his hip and was diagnosed with cancer. During a routine checkup for the cancer the doctors realized he had been healed. He knew God was the only one who could heal him and from that point on, he realized that God was the only one who could control his life and chose to walk the path that God had set for him. Mr. Bates life verse is Phillipians 3:12-14: “Not as though I had already attained, either were already perfect: but I follow after, if that I may apprehend that for which also I am apprehended of Christ Jesus. Bretheren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.” He says this reminds him to keep going forward and to leave the past in the past because no matter what we do God will always see us the same. Mr. Bates would like me to close with these words of wisdom, keep pushing hard and strive to become what God sees you as and what He wants you to be. Mr. Bates is an extremely dedicated man who loves his job and loves God even more and strives to live his life the way God would have him to.
Inspirational Scripture of the Week
Deuteronomy 32:4 He is the Rock, his work is perfect: for all his ways are judgment: a God of
truth and without iniquity, just and right is he.
Chapel Speaker of the Week:
7th -12th grade chapel services take place on Thursdays at 10:00 AM in the Civic Center Auditorium. Parents are welcome to attend chapel services. Our speaker for chapel on October 8, 2009 will be Issac Owens, a youth pastor from Joneshill COG.
Waffle House Card Fundraiser
Our high school students are selling Waffle House discount cards for $1.00 each. The cards fit on your key ring and you will receive a 10% discount on your order each time you visit until September 2010. All profit will go to the high school trips that will take place in the spring. The 9th and 10th grade classes are going to Washington D.C. and the Jr./Sr. class is going to Florida.
Falcon Sports
Bump, Set, Spike – Volleyball News
The Lady Falcon’s volleyball team played and defeated Crosspoint Christian School on Thursday, October 1st. The Falcons will play their last two games at home this week against Greenville Home School on October 6th at 4:00 and Grace Christian on October 9th at 4:00.
Gridiron News
On Friday, Sept. 25th, the Falcons won against CRSA, 6 to 22. The following are a few stats from the game: Josh Hughes, 170 yds passing one touchdown pass, Derek Jefferson ran two touchdowns and had 49 rushing yds. Frank Gossett had two interceptions, and Johnny Miller had four catches for 100 yds. On Friday, October 2nd, the Falcons played and lost to Prince Ave. The next game will be on October 16th in Augusta, Ga.
Abundant Funds Fundraiser
Congratulations to the top seller for early bird – Jessica Walls
Early Bird Winners (10 items by 9/28)
Aaron Wilson, Daniel Black, Sarah Wilson, Jessica Walls, Ally Cruz, Wyatt Holt, Nicole Lorriss, Victoria Snyder, Brenna Wyatt, Trace Atwood, Andrew Phillips, Erika Plumley, Ben Ternes, Caleigh Atwood, Jayden Mahaffey, Donald Noll
Personal Acheivement Winners
Sarah Wilson, Jessica Walls, Ally Cruz, Nicole Lorriss, Trace Atwood, Andrew Phillips, Erika Plumley, Ben Ternes, Caleigh Atwood, Jayden Mahaffey, Donald Noll
Upcoming Events
October 9th – Herff Jones will meet with the juniors and seniors about class rings and graduation announcements
October 16th – Make up day for yearbook pics
October 16th – Sports pictures will be taken
October 20th – Herff Jones will meet with the juniors and seniors to take orders for class rings and graduation supplies
October 26th – Teacher Workday – No school PTM – 7:00 PM – Students will receive report cards at PTM
Student Section
We would like to wish the following students a happy late birthday:
Carly Stokes (4th Grade) August 1st
Andrew Phillips (5th Grade) August 4th
Tori Sprinkle (11th Grade) August 5th
Cale Whiteside (7th Grade) August 7th
Rebecca Berger (8th Grade) August 9th
Jadyn Harper (2nd Grade) August 9th
Will Owens (5th Grade) August 10th
Sarah Miller (2nd Grade) August 13th
Piper Holt (K5) August 15th
Kendal Poore' (11th Grade) August 16th
Jacob Ross (4th Grade) August 18th
Mikayla Feusse (6th Grade) August 20th
Erica Plumley (5th Grade) August 25th
Jackson Dotson (K5) September 2nd
Samantha Upchurch (1st Grade) September 9th
Tamara Diemer (8th Grade) September 12th
Josh Breeden (1st Grade) September 17th
Salina Milana (3rd Grade) September 18th
Mr. John Miller (Staff) September 16th
Taylor Waddell (6th Grade) September 20th
Megan Gilbert (9th Grade) September 21st
Jason Coker (5th Grade) September 23rd
Regis Grant (12th Grade) October 2nd
Cole Asberry (K4) October 4th
Birthdays of the Week:
Chesney Feltman (K5) October 5th
Maria Milana (8th Grade) October 7th
Mrs. Stacey Miller (Staff) October 8th
Joey deLorenzi (7th Grade) October 9th
Savannah Fuesse (1st Grade) October 10th
Volume 7: October 12, 2009
A TEACHERS STORY
By: Tori Sprinkle
This week, I had the pleasure of interviewing Mrs. Ginger. Mrs. Ginger is our FICS lunch director and teachers aide for K-4 and K-5. She has worked here at FICS for 5 years and has been working in Christian schools for 11 years. Mrs. Ginger lives in Enoree SC, with her 3 kids Ike, Heather, and Shawn. Each of her kids has been in a Christian school their whole life. Mrs. Ginger grew up in Newberry, SC with her dad. She was saved at age 20 and says that the Lord has been good to her since. Mrs. Ginger’s life verse is Isaiah 26:3-4. She attends Bethany Baptist Church, and has been there for 8 years. She is very involved in her church. When I asked her favorite part about working at FICS, she said, she loves being involved with the kids. She is grateful that her kids can grow up in a school that reads and involves the word of God in every class.
Bump, Set, Spike – Volleyball News
The Lady Falcon’s volleyball team played and lost to Greenville Home School on October 6th at home.
They also played and won their last game of the season at home against Grace on Friday, October 9th.
Gridiron News
On Friday, October 16th, the Falcons will play CSRA in Augusta, Ga. at 7:00 PM. The team will leave the school at 3:00 PM.
*Basketball tryouts will take place soon. We will anounce details at a later date.
Student Section
Birthdays of the Week:
Ms.VanHouten (Staff) October 14th
Keri Milam (7th Grade) October 15th
Chapel Speaker of the Week:
7th -12th grade chapel services take place on Thursdays at 10:00 AM in the Civic Center Auditorium. Parents are welcome to attend chapel services. Our speaker for chapel on October 15, 2009 will be Josh Childers, the Youth Pastor at Abundant Life COG.
Waffle House Card Fundraiser
Our high school students are selling Waffle House discount cards for $1.00 each. The cards fit on your key ring and you will receive a 10% discount on your order each time you visit until September 2010. All profit will go to the high school trips that will take place in the spring. The 9th and 10th grade classes are going to Washington D.C. and the Jr./Sr. class is going to Florida.
Upcoming Events
October 14th, - The juniors and seniors are going to visit North Greenville University
October 16th – Make up day for yearbook pics
October 16th – Sports pictures will be taken
October 19th – 21st Neal Nolan will be doing a youth revival for grades 6th – 12th. The revival will be at 10:50 AM
and take the place of chapel services for that week. Guests are welcome to attend.
October 20th – Herff Jones will meet with the juniors and seniors to take orders for class rings and graduation
supplies
October 26th – No School - Teacher Workday PTM – 7:00 PM – Students will receive report cards at PTM
Inspirational Scripture of the Week
Ephesians 6:6 Not with eyeservice, as menpleasers; but as the servants of Christ, doing the will of God from the heart;
Just a few Reminders:
*Parents and students are encouraged to visit our school’s website @ ficsfalcons.org. The website is updated on a regular basis. We also have information posted in the Tribune Times “school news” section each week.
*All visitors on campus will need to report to the school office to sign in and receive a visitor’s pass.
Volume 8: November 2, 2009
Falcon Sports
Gridiron News
The Falcons played at home and won their playoff game, 84 - 50, against Oak Level on Friday night. We recognized three senior football players; Luke Stubblefield, Johnny Miller, and Josh Hughes. We also recognized two senior cheerleaders; Stephannie Buchanan and Kristina Baun. We will miss you seniors!
Basketball News
Basketball tryouts will be held at the Fountain Inn Activities Center on November 9th & 10th. The Varsity Girls will be from 3-4 PM. JV & Varsity Boys will be from 4:00-5:30PM. All Students must have an up-to-date physical on file in the school office. The $50.00 sports fee will need to be paid before the first game.
Chapel Speaker of the Week:
7th -12th grade chapel services take place on Thursdays at 10:00 AM in the Civic Center Auditorium. Parents are welcome to attend chapel services. Our speaker for chapel on November 5, 2009 will be Wes Jordan Sr., youth pastor at HTCOG.
Upcoming Events
Saturday, November 14, 2009 – the Falcon basketball cheerleaders will have a fundraiser at the Simpsonville Sonic from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Please come out to support our cheerleaders. The cheerleaders are also selling sonic discount cards for $5.00 each to raise money for their basketball uniforms.
Inspirational Scripture of the Week
Romans 8:28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.
Just a few Reminders:
*Report cards need to be signed by the parent and returned to the school office.
*Parents and students are encouraged to visit our school’s website @ ficsfalcons.org. The website is updated on a regular basis. We also have information posted in the Tribune Times “school news” section each week.
*All visitors on campus will need to report to the school office to sign in and receive a visitor’s pass
Caleigh Atwood (K5) November 2nd
Timmy Powell (8th Grade) November 3rd
Anthony Hutchinson (12th Grade) November 6th
Ivy Blankenship (7th Grade) November 7th
Congratulations to the following students who were named student of the quarter for the
first nine weeks grading period:
K4-Samantha Nimmons
K5-Caleigh Atwood
1st -Samantha Upchurch
2nd-Jayden Harper
3rd-Jon Feusse
4th-Hannah Kloeser
5th-Austin Richey
6th-Natasha Wood
7th-Sarah Wilson
8th-Chris Verdin
9th-Megan Gilbert
10th-Mykel Thompson
11th-Tyler Kimbrell
12th-Luke Stubblefield
Congratulations to the following students who were placed on the honor roll for the first nine weeks grading period.
A/B Honor Roll:
Jayden Pyles Morgann Ayers
Cole Asberry Madelynn Martin
Caleigh Atwood Jason Shehan
Piper Holt Courtney Chapman
Savannah Feusse Josh Breeden
Justin Berger Wyatt Holt
Nicole Lorriss James Feusse
Jon Feusse Ally Cruz
Hannah Kloeser Jacob Ross
Trace Atwood Cameron Chapman
Jason Coker Will Owens
Andrew Phillips Erika Plumley
Austin Richey Michael Moritato
Dale Sutter Ben Ternes
Taylor Waddell Tiffany Foster
Nicholas VanHouten Tamara Diemer
Brad Raines Megan Gilbert
Rachel Kloeser Jessica Walls
Jessica Dotson Frank Gossett
Matt McKelvey Tyler Kimbrell
Kendal Poore' Arielle Gore
Josh Hughes
Principal’s List (All A’s):
Sarah Miller Nancy Wood
Harrison Crawford Samantha Upchurch
Sarah Shehan Victoria Snyder
Jordan Sutter Mikayla Feusse
Gia Milana Natasha Wood
Sarah Wilson Justin Nelson
Chris Verdin Jon Cooper
Jordyn Sullivan Mykel Thompson
Nick Hughes Jennifer McDonald
Kristina Baun Zach Breeden
Stephannie Buchanan Anthony Hutchison
Johnny Miller Brittney Porter
Luke Stubblefield Adam Wilkerson
Script Fundraiser
It’s hard to believe that Christmas is just around the corner. Our school would like to help make Christmas a little easier and make a difference for our children and school. You can help us earn between 2% - 28% on script cards and at the same time help yourself same time from going store to store to purchase gift cards. The script program purchases the gift cards at a discount and sells them to you at face value; therefore the school earns the difference. All orders and money will need to be turned into the office by 11-30-09. The cards will be available for pick up by 12-12-09. If you have any questions or need an order form, please see the school office.
College News
Congratulations to Johnny Miller for being accepted at North Greenville University.
Volume 9: November 10, 2009
A TEACHERS STORY
By: Tori Sprinkle
I had the chance this week to talk with Mrs. Stacey Miller. Mrs. Stacey has been with FICS for 4 years. For the last four years she has worked in our school office, but this year she decided that she was ready for a change. She teaches 1st-8th grade P.E., 7th and 8th grade Bible and high school Yearbook. Mrs. Stacey is the wife of our middle and high school teacher, Mr. Miller. She currently lives in Fountian Inn with her husband and
3 kids; Sarah (2nd grade), Johnny (Senior), and Dani (Sophmore). Mrs. Stacey says her favorite part about working at FICS is being able to share God's word with her students, and at the same time being able to see her family all day. Mrs. Stacey was saved at a young age at a Vacation Bible School that her neighbor invited her to. Because she didn't grow up in a christian home, she never fully understood what it meant to be a christian. Mrs. Stacey and Mr. Miller met in high school and knew they were meant to be together after just a few weeks. When Johnny became old enough to go to school, the Miller's put him in a christian school. Johnny came home sharing God's word with her, and at that point she realized that it was time to learn what God had planned for her life. Mrs. Stacey started going to church and decided to rededicate her life to the Lord. From that point on, she put everything she had into serving God. Life hasn't always been easy, but when times get tough, she just remembers a popular verse, Phil. 4:13 - I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
*Parents and students are encouraged to visit our school’s website @ ficsfalcons.org. The website is updated on a regular basis. We also have information posted in the Tribune Times “school news” section each week.
*All visitors on campus will need to report to the school office to sign in and receive a visitor’s pass.
Student Section
Birthdays of the Week:
Kendal Chapman (K4) November 11th
Dominique Thornton (2nd Grade) November 13th
Basketball News
Basketball tryouts will be held at the Fountain Inn Activities Center on November 9th & 10th. The Varsity Girls will be from 3-4 PM. JV & Varsity Boys will be from 4:00-5:30PM. All Students must have an up-to-date physical on file in the school office. The $50.00 sports fee will need to be paid before the first game.
The Varsity Boys Basketball team will travel to camp November 11th -14th. The players will need to pay $30.00 in the office before they leave for camp.
Saturday, November 14, 2009 – the Falcon basketball cheerleaders will have a fundraiser at the Simpsonville Sonic from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Please come out to support our cheerleaders. The cheerleaders are also selling sonic discount cards for $5.00 each to raise money for their basketball uniforms. The juniors and seniors will visit Anderson College on Wednesday, Nov. 18th.
College News
Congratulations to Kristina Baun for being accepted at Johnson and Wales College.
Volume 10: November 16, 2009
Chapel Speaker of the Week:
7th -12th grade chapel services take place on Thursdays at 10:00 AM in the Civic Center Auditorium. Parents are welcome to attend chapel services. Our speaker for chapel on November 19, 2009 will be the Mission SC from Columbia.
Just a few Reminders:
*Parents and students are encouraged to visit our school’s website @ ficsfalcons.org. The website is updated on a regular basis. We also have information posted in the Tribune Times “school news” section each week. *All visitors on campus will need to report to the school office to sign in and receive a visitor’s pass. *All students are to be picked up at 3:00. Car line is until 3:15, if a student (K5-6th) is not picked up by 3:15, they will go to late stay (at an additional charge). Under DSS guidelines, K4 students can’t stay past 3:00. We are paying a teacher extra to stay and watch late stay. If a student stays less than 8 hours weekly, the charge is $25.00 and over 8 hours weekly, the charge is $45.00. Late stay ends at 6:00 p.m. If a student goes to late stay, the parent will be charged.
Student Section
Birthdays of the Week:
Andrew Hitchins (12th Grade) November 18th
Elisa Milana (4th Grade) November 19th
Austin Gillespie (10th Grade) November 24th
Falcon Sports
Basketball News
Our first basketball game will take place on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at Lighthouse Christian in Abbeville. The bus will leave school at 3:30 PM and will return to school around 10:30 PM.
Girls Varsity –6:00 PM; Boys Varsity – 7:30 PM
Inspirational Scripture of the Week
Psalms 2:11 Serve the LORD with fear, and rejoice with trembling.
Fundraisers
The cheerleaders are selling sonic discount cards for $5.00 each to raise money for their basketball uniforms.
The cheerleaders and the 9th – 12th graders that are going on the high school trips are having an Avon fundraiser. They will earn 40 % of their total sells. To place an order or to see what products are available, see Mrs. Miller. It’s hard to believe that Christmas is just around the corner. Our school would like to help make Christmas a little easier and make a difference for our children and school. You can help us earn between 2% - 28% on script cards and at the same time help yourself same time from going store to store to purchase gift cards. The script program purchases the gift cards at a discount and sells them to you at face value; therefore the school earns the difference. All orders and money will need to be turned into the office by 11-30-09. The cards will be available for pick up by 12-12-09. If you have any questions or need an order form, please see the school office.
Upcoming Events
The juniors and seniors will visit Anderson College on Wednesday, Nov. 18th. The bus will leave at 8:00 AM. Students will need to bring $5.00 for gas and lunch.
November 24th – School-wide Thanksgiving Dinner
November 25th – 27th – No School – Thanksgiving Holidays
Volume 11: December 1, 2009
Chapel Speaker of the Week:
7th -12th grade chapel services take place on Thursdays at 10:00 AM in the Civic Center Auditorium. Parents are welcome to attend chapel services. Our speaker for chapel on December 3, 2009 will be Ms. Lori VanHouten.
College News
Congratulations to Stephannie Buchanan for being accepted to Johnson & Wales University!
Inspirational Scripture of the Week
Psalms 119:1 Blessed are the undefiled in the way, who walk in the law of the LORD.
Student Section
Birthdays of the Week:
Shawn McAlister (8th Grade) November 30th
Johnny Miller (12th Grade) November 30th
Jennifer McDonald (11th Grade) December 1st
Brad Raines (8th Grade) December 2nd
Madison Roy (7th Grade) December 2nd
Marshall Mcleod (10th Grade) December 5th
Nancy Wood (2nd Grade) December 6th
Just a few Reminders:
*Parents and students are encouraged to visit our school’s website @ ficsfalcons.org. The website is updated on a regular basis. We also have information posted in the Tribune Times “school news” section each week.
*All visitors on campus will need to report to the school office to sign in and receive a visitor’s pass.
*All students are to be picked up at 3:00. Car line is until 3:15, if a student (K5-6th) is not picked up by 3:15, they will go to late stay (at an additional charge). Under DSS guidelines, K4 students can’t stay past 3:00. We are paying a teacher extra to stay and watch late stay. If a student stays less than 8 hours weekly, the charge is $25.00 and over 8 hours weekly, the charge is $45.00. Late stay ends at 6:00 p.m. If a student goes to late stay, the parent will be charged.
Falcon Sports
Basketball News
This weekend the Falcons varsity boys and girls basketball teams are playing in a Holiday for Hope tournament in Belton, SC. The varsity girls will play Thursday at 2:00 and the varsity boys will play Thursday at 6:30. The tournament will take place on Friday and Saturday , times will be announced at a later date.
Upcoming Events
Dec. 1st - Progress Reports
Dec. 4th – Deadline for 9th & 10th grade deposit for the Wash., DC trip
Dec. 7th - Christmas Parade
Dec. 12th - Christmas Program -7:00PM
Dec. 21st - Jan. 1st - Christmas Holidays (NO SCHOOL)
Fundraisers
Dec. 3rd - Dec. 6th Dec. 10th - Dec. 13th Dec. 17th - Dec. 19th
Carriage Ride Fundraiser - 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM - The high school students who are attending the Fla. trip are selling funnel cakes at the Avon store on Main Street to raise money.
Dec. 10th - World's Finest Chocolate Fundrasier
Results of the Food Drive
WINNER - Mr. Miller's Class
Mr. Miller's class will be receving a pizza party for their win.
Total Items collected by whole school – 637
We would like to say thank you to all those who participated in the food drive. We were able to bless three families for Thanksgiving.
Field Trips
On Thursday, November 19th, the K-2nd grade classes went on a field trip to Climbing High.
On Monday, November 23rd, the 5th &6th grade class went to Climbing High.
On Monday, November 23rd, the 3rd & 4th grade class went to the Ronald McDonald House to bake cookies for the patients and their families.
Volume 12: December 15, 2009
Chapel Speaker of the Week:
7th -12th grade chapel services take place on Thursdays at 10:00 AM in the Civic Center Auditorium. Parents are welcome to attend chapel services. We will have a school-wide chapel service this week on December 17, 2009 with Brad Richardson.
Fundraisers
Dec. 17th - Dec. 19th Carriage Ride Fundraiser - 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM - The high school students who are attending the Fla. trip are selling funnel cakes at the Avon store on Main Street to raise money. Dec. 10th - World's Finest Chocolate Fundrasier
Student Section
Birthdays of the Week:
Marshall Mcleod (10th Grade) December 5th
Nancy Wood (2nd Grade) December 6th
Dani Miller (10th Grade) December 17th
Frank Gossett (10th Grade) December 19th
Sarah Shehan (3rd Grade) December 27th
Seth Watt (10th Grade) January 2nd
Just a few Reminders:
*Parents and students are encouraged to visit our school’s website @ ficsfalcons.org. The website is updated on a regular basis. We also have information posted in the Tribune Times “school news” section each week. *All visitors on campus will need to report to the school office to sign in and receive a visitor’s pass. *All students are to be picked up at 3:00. Car line is until 3:15, if a student (K5-6th) is not picked up by 3:15, they will go to late stay (at an additional charge). Under DSS guidelines, K4 students can’t stay past 3:00. We are paying a teacher extra to stay and watch late stay. If a student stays less than 8 hours weekly, the charge is $25.00 and over 8 hours weekly, the charge is $45.00. Late stay ends at 6:00 p.m. If a student goes to late stay, the parent will be charged.
Upcoming Events
Dec. 21st - Jan. 1st - Christmas Holidays - NO SCHOOL Jan. 4th – Return to school
Falcon Sports
Basketball News
The two varsity teams opened the season in a tournament in Belton on December 3rd - 5th. The varsity boys finished first place in the tournament. The Varsity Boys also defeated Oakwood on Dec. 8th and Westgate at home on Dec. 11th. The Varsity Boys are 6-0. The Varsity Girls are 0-4 and working hard to improve. The JV Boys are 2-0 and improving. The Varsity Teams play in Sumter on Tuesday, Dec. 15th against William Thomas. The girls play at 6:00 and the boys play at 7:30. The JV and Varsity Boys teams play at home on Dec. 18th against Calvary. The JV Boys play at 5:00 and the Varsity Boys play at 6:15. Please come out and support our basketball teams.
Adults - $3.00 Students: $2.00
Inspirational Scripture of the Week
During this busy Christmas season we all need to take a moment to stop and remember the real reason for the season, it’s not all about the food, the parties, or the gifts even though all of those are great, we need to remember what the Bible tells us in Luke 2: 9-16:
Luke 2:9 And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid. Luke 2:10 And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. Luke 2:11 For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. Luke 2:12 And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger. Luke 2:13 And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, Luke 2:14 Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men. Luke 2:15 And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath made Luke 2:16 And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger.
Let’s focus on the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Our prayer is that each of you has a blessed Christmas this year!
Volume 13: January 5, 2010
Scripture of the Week
Colossians 3:10 And have put on the new man, which is renewed in knowledge after the image of him that created him.
Congratulations to the following students who were chosen to represent their class in our Homecoming Ceremonies on January 15, 2010.
K4: Elizabeth Bullock & Bryson Shaleuly; K5: Piper Holt & Jason Shehan; 1st: Samantha Upchurch & Harrison Crawford; 2nd: Nancy Wood & Courtney Chapman; 3rd: Justin Burger & Nicole Lorriss; 4th: Jacob Ross & Brenna Wyatt; 5th: Hayley McKelvey & Trace Atwood; 7th: Wylie deLorenzi & Chloe Link; 8th: Shawn McAlister & Tamara Deimer; 9th: Jordan Chandler & Jessi Ross; 10th: Dani Miller & Marshall McLeod; 11th: Kendal Poore’ & Nick Hughes
Our Homecoming Court will consist of three senior girls: Jessica Scott, Stephannie Buchanan, and Kristina Baun
Birthdays of the Month:
Seth Watt (10th Grade) January 2nd
Michael Maritato (6thGrade) January 6th
Lindsey Masters (10th Grade) January 7th
Tiffany Foster (6th Grade) January 10th
Austin Richey(5thGrade) January 14th
Derek Jefferson (10th Grade) January 16th
Brittney Porter (12th Grade) January 16th
Deacon Link (4th Grade) January 19th
Nicholas Barrett (10th Grade) January 20th
Cameron Chapman (5th Grade) January 21st
Brenna Wyatt (4th Grade) January 22nd
Luke Stubblefield (12th Grade) January 22nd
Jordan Kimbrell (8th Grade) January 23rd
Jordan Chandler (9th Grade) January 24th
Tyler Kimbrell (11th Grade) January 27th
Monday, Jan. 11th - NBA or College Jersey Day
Tuesday, Jan. 12th - Career Day
Wednesday, Jan. 13th - Twin Day
Thursday, Jan. 14th - Wacky Tacky Day
Friday, Jan. 15th - School Colors (Homecoming)
Hats can be worn Monday through Friday at a charge of $1.00 per day. Cell phones are allowed Monday through Wednesday at a charge of a dollar per day. Cell phones should not ring or be used during class. You will be allowed to text/talk on your phone during break and lunch. A record of who has paid will be kept. All money that is raised from the phone and hats will go towards the 9th-12th grade trips to Washington and Florida.
Upcoming Events
*January 11th -15th – Spirit Week
*January 12th – Basketball/Cheerleading Pictures – 9:00 AM
*January 14th-15th - Mid-term exams for middle and high school
*January 15th - The candy sale will end and all money is due
Homecoming
The11th and 12th grade students that are going on the trip to Fla.need to pay their second deposit of $100.00.
*January 18th - No School (MLK holiday)
*January 19th – No School (Teacher Workday) 7:00pm - PTM Meeting.
Falcon Sports
Basketball News
Day Date Opponent JV VG VB
Tues. Jan. 5 Eastside 6:00 7:30
Fri. Jan. 8 Hampton Park 5:00 6:00 7:30
Tues. Jan. 12 Grace 4:00 5:00 6:30
Fri. Jan. 15 Westgate 4:00 5:00 6:30
Fri. Jan. 22 Grace 4:30 5:30 7:00
W-Fri. Jan 27-29 BJU Tourn. TBA TB
Volume 14: January 11, 2010
Psalms 31:1 In thee, O LORD, do I put my trust; let me never be ashamed: deliver me in thy righteousness.
Congratulations to the following students who were chosen to represent their class in our Homecoming Ceremonies on January 15, 2010.
K4: Cole Asburry & Bryson Shaleuly K5: Piper Holt & Jason Shehan 1st: Samantha Upchurch & Harrison Crawford 2nd: Nancy Wood & Courtney Chapman 3rd: Justin Berger & Nicole Lorriss 4th: Jacob Ross & Brenna Wyatt 5th: Hayley McKelvey & Trace Atwood 7th: Blake McLeod & Chloe Link 8th: Shawn McAlister & Tamara Diemer 9th: Jordan Chandler & Jessi Ross 10th: Dani Miller & Marshall McLeod 11th: Kendal Poore’ & Nick Hughes
Our Homecoming Court will consist of three senior girls: Jessica Scott, Stephannie Buchanan, and Kristina Baun
Birthdays of the Month:
Austin Richey(5thGrade) January 14th Derek Jefferson (10th Grade) January 16th Brittney Porter (12th Grade) January 16th Deacon Link (4th Grade) January 19th Nicholas Barrett (10th Grade) January 20th Cameron Chapman (5thGrade) January 21st Brenna Wyatt (4th Grade) January 22nd Luke Stubblefield (12th Grade) January 22nd Jordan Kimbrell (8th Grade) January 23rd Jordan Chandler (9th Grade) January 24th Tyler Kimbrell (11th Grade) January 27th
Upcoming Events
*January 11th -15th – Spirit Week
*January 13th – School will be dismissed at 12:00 due to the passing of our baseball coach, Marty Kirkland. The funeral will take place at Word of Life Ministires at 2:00PM.
*January 14th-15th - Mid-term exams for middle and high school.
*January 15th - The candy sale will end and all money is due. Homecoming
*January 18th - No School (MLK holiday)
*January 19th – No School (Teacher Workday) 7:00pm - PTM Meeting
*January 22nd – Basketball and cheerleading team pics will be taken at 9:00 AM
Spirit Week
Monday, Jan. 11th - NBA or College Jersey Day
Tuesday, Jan. 12th - Career Day
Wednesday, Jan. 13th - Twin Day
Thursday, Jan. 14th - Wacky Tacky Day
Friday, Jan. 15th - School Colors (Homecoming)
Hats can be worn Monday through Friday at a charge of $1.00 per day. Cell phones are allowed Monday through Wednesday at a charge of a dollar per day. Cell phones should not ring or be used during class. You will be allowed to text/talk on your phone during break and lunch. A record of who has paid will be kept. All money that is raised from the phone and hats will go towards the 9th-12th grade trips to Washington and Florida.
Falcon Sports Basketball News
The following is an update on last week’s basketball games. Both varsity teams went to Eastside in Greenwood on Tuesday, January 5th. The Varsity Boys won their game and the Varsity Girls lost. On Friday, January, 8th the JV, Varsity Girls, and Varsity Boys played Hampton Park. JV won their game, making them 4-0; Varsity Girls lost their game, making them 0-8; the Varsity Boys lost their game, making them 8-1.
Day Date Opponent JV VG VB
Fri. Jan. 15 Westgate 4:00 5:00 6:30
(Homecoming)
Fri. Jan. 22 Grace 4:30 5:30 7:00
Mon. Jan. 25 Grace 4:00 5:00 6:30
W-Fri. Jan 27-29 BJU Tourn. TBA
Volume 15: February 11, 2010
Chapel Speaker of the Week:
7th -12th grade chapel services take place on Thursdays at 10:00 AM in the Civic Center Auditorium. Parents are welcome to attend chapel services. Our speaker for chapel on February 11, 2010 will be Brad Richardson.
College News
Congratuatations to Luke Stubblefield for being accepted to Anderson University.
Falcon Sports
Basketball News
Monday, Feb. 15th, the Varsity Girls will have a playoff game at 4:00 at Hampton Park Christian School.
Tuesday, Feb. 16th – the Varsity Boys host a playoff game at home at 4:30.
The Boys Varsity Basketball Team will travel to Tenn. March 9 – 13 for a Christian National Invitational Tournament (NACA). They are currently trying to raise money for this trip. If you would like to help support them, see one of the players to find out how.
Student Section
Birthdays of the Month:
Wyatt Holt (3rd Grade) February 16th
Daniel Black (7th Grade) February 18th
Jessica Walls (9th Grade) February 21st
Stephannie Buchanan (12th Grade) February 22nd
Jayden Pyles (K4) February 28th
Zach Breeden (12th Grade) February 29th
Congratulations to the following students who were presented with the Golden Apple Award (Student of the Quarter) for the 3rd nine weeks grading period:
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K4 |
6th |
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JAYDEN PYLES |
GIA MILANA |
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K5 |
7th |
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PIPER HOLT |
BRANDON JOHNSON |
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1st |
8th |
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HARRISON CRAWFORD |
MARIA MILANA |
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2nd |
9th |
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DOMINQUE THORNTON |
RACHEL KLOESER |
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3rd |
10th |
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NICOLE LORRISS |
JON COOPER |
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4th |
11th |
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ELISA MILANA |
NICK HUGHES |
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5th |
12th |
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CAMERON CHAPMAN |
JOHNNY MILLER |
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Congratulations to the following students who were placed on the Honor Roll for the 3rd nine weeks grading period: A/B Honor Roll K4-Morgann Ayers, Elizabeth Bullock, Kendal Chapman, Madelynn Martin, Jayden Pyles,Bryson Shaleuly K5-Caleigh Atwood, Jason Shehan, Piper Holt 2nd-Courtney Chapman 3rd-Nicole Lorriss 4th-Jacob Ross 5th-Cameron Chapman, Jason Coker, Erika Plumley 6th-Dale Sutter& Taylor Waddell 7th- Daniel Black, Brandon Johnson, Chloe Link, Cale Whiteside 8th-Rebecca Berger, Tamara Diemer, Maria Milana, Justin Nelson, Timmy Powell 9th-Teresa Diemer, Megan Gilbert, Rachel Kloeser, Caitlin Roller 10th-Jessica Dotson, Frank Gossett, Dani Miller, Matt McKelvey, Jamey Scott, Mykel Thompson 11th-Tyler Kimbrell, Kendal Poore’, Aaron Wilson 12th-Zach Breeden & Jessica Scott
All A’s
K4 – Cole Asberry 1st–Harrison Crawford & Samantha Upchurch 2nd –Sarah Miller & Nancy Wood 3rd- Justin Berger, Wyatt Holt, Salina Milana Sarah Shehan 4th-Victoria Snyder 5th-Andrew Phillips & Jordan Sutter 6th-Gia Milana & Natasha Wood 7th- Sarah Wilson 8th-Chris Verdin10th-Jon Cooper & Jordyn Sullivan 11th-Nick Hughes & Jennifer McDonald 12th-Kristina Baun, Stephannie Buchanan, Arielle Gore, Anthony Hutchison, Johnny Miller, Brittney Porter, Lucas Stubblefield, Adam Wilkerson
Congratulations to the following students who were awarded the National Christian Honors Society Certificates in chapel on Thursday, February 11, 2010:
10th Grade 11th Grade
Jon Cooper Nick Hughes
Frank Gossett Tyler Kimbrell
Lindsey Masters Jennifer McDonald
Matt McKelvey Aaron Wilson
Jamey Scott Kendal Poore’
Jordyn Sullivan
Mykel Thompson
12th Grade
Kristina Baun
Stephannie Buchanan
Arielle Gore
Josh Hughes
Anthony Hutchison
Johnny Miller
Brittney Porter
Adam Wilkerson
Luke Stubblefield
Our annual Fine Arts Competition will be held on April 5th at 7:00 PM. The competition will include grades 3rd – 12th. Students are currently preparing for the program.
Upcoming Events
February 16th – Registration opens to the public ($175.00)February 19th - Progress Reports
Just a few Reminders:
Registration is currently taking place at $150.00 per student. Please fill out the paper work and turn it in with your payment. *Parents and students are encouraged to visit our school’s website @ ficsfalcons.org. The website is updated on a regular basis. We also have information posted in the Tribune Times “school news” section each week. *All visitors on campus will need to report to the school office to sign in and receive a visitor’s pass. *All students are to be picked up at 3:00. Car line is until 3:15, if a student (K5-6th) is not picked up by 3:15, they will go to late stay (at an additional charge). Under DSS guidelines, K4 students can’t stay past 3:00. We are paying a teacher extra to stay and watch late stay. If a student stays less than 8 hours weekly, the charge is $25.00 and over 8 hours weekly, the charge is $45.00. Late stay ends at 6:00 p.m. If a student goes to late stay, the parent will be charged.
Scripture of the Week
James 1:5 If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.
James 1:6 But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed.
