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RIDGEFIELD CHRISTIAN
SCHOOL
RCS WARRIORS FOR CHRIST
T HE
M E SS EN G E R
OCTOBER 2014
Fall Break October 8-10
2:20 p.m. Early Dismissal on October 8
No After Care Provided
WORDS FROM THE OFFICE
As we usher in cooler days of fall, it’s difficult to believe that we have nearly a quarter of the school
year complete. I become very excited as I walk the halls and observe how and what our students are learning. I want to acknowledge the extraordinary teaching staff we have for the creative and innovative ideas
they utilize every day, the genuine care they demonstrate for their students, and their dedication to the calling and ministry of education.
A few class activities include chemistry students determining the density of pennies. Art students
are designing and constructing paper mache` projects with lighting. Incredibly detailed charcoal sketches
of recognizable faces have been on display in the hallway. Little voices belonging to PK4 students are singing and learning to play handbells. Older students are harmonizing and preparing holiday music for Christmas on the Ridge. English students have created and presented items from time capsules depicting stories
they have read. Others have designed board games and played them to reinforce learning. Fourth graders
have collected and displayed bug collections. While history came alive for third graders who traveled to
Parker Homestead, they were also able to reinforce math concepts of measurement in a fun project of
making cornbread with the meal they brought home from their outing. This is merely a small sampling of
learning activities I’m privileged to observe on a daily basis.
We also have students with outstanding sponsors and advisers who collect food for those in need.
Students rapidly slap the buzzer to answer questions preparing for quiz bowl. Committed students are rehearsing, playing, and singing in the first RCS praise band leading worship at chapel. Again, we are
blessed. As you have opportunity, join with me in acknowledging our entire staff for the tremendous job
they do every day.
Grandparents/Grandfriends Day was very successful once again. We want to thank all those who
came for lunch and shared in the day. We’re looking forward to another school-wide event where we hope
to see all our present RCS family as well as our alumni when we host Green/Gold Night on October 17th.
Get ready for our Fun Run Days—Color Run for our kiddos and Chocolate 5K Walk/Run for the adults in our
school and community.
We hope that everyone has discovered the many advantages of Renweb and the smart phone app
which enhances quick information when you may be on the run. Please see our Renweb Updates within
this issue. I hope each one enjoys Fall Break and is ready for the next five weeks leading into Thanksgiving.
Marcia Elder, Administrator
THE MESSENGER
PRE-K 3
We're learning so much in Bible! We're learning that God loves us and obedience is important. This month we learned how God protected baby Moses and that He had a great
plan for him when he grew up - to lead His people out of Egypt. We also learned about Joshua
and Jericho. Who would have thought it was
possible to win a battle without any weapons
and without even a fight? Nothing is impossible with God!
PRE-K 4
We have so much fun using manipulatives to help us with our fine motor
skills! Learning and playing often go hand-in-hand in Pre-K!!
KINDERGARTEN
As the weather gets cooler,
remember that you can order
First grade scientists are
jackets and long
busyuniform
at work discovering
the properties
of pop- shirts from
sleeved
corn. Science is fun!!!
http://www.toggerykids.com and they usually
waive shipping charge if you have the items
shipped to RCS.
FIRST GRADE
Kindergarten students LOVE Science!
We are modeling some of our Science
tools (apron, protective gloves, magnifying glasses) that we are learning
about. We have also been learning
about community helpers and we are
beginning to read words! We think that
learning is fun!!
First grade scientific investigators learning about the parts of a plant.
THIRD GRADE
SECOND GRADE
FOURTH GRADE
Fourth graders planting flowers at the greenhouse!
Third graders enjoyed visiting a one room schoolhouse and
playing on the see-saws at Parker Homestead. We learned so
much about life 100 years ago. We all decided we are happy
this is 2014!
FIFTH GRADE
Second graders have tried several projects involving reading and following
directions which include making a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, folding a paper puppy, and making polar bear ice cream. We have also written recipes and "How To" papers this week in English.
Fifth graders examined goldenrod plants growing behind RCS building.
DARE class is under way and fifth graders are enjoying Corporal Foust
weekly visits. They are learning about peer pressures and about making
wise decisions.
Flu Shots/Mists
will be given at RCS on October 29, 2014.
Paperwork will go home the week of
October 13. Please return completed forms to the
office ASAP.
JUNIOR HIGH ENGLISH
SIXTH GRADE
Sixth grade students collaborate to design
posters for their science experiment.
Seventh graders create posters about the kinds of sentences.
Eighth graders act out scenes from Prince Caspian.
Ninth graders sing original songs they created about The Hobbit.
HIGH SCHOOL HIGHLIGHTS
See You at the Pole 2014
The 2014-2015 Jr. Leadership Jonesboro class includes
RCS Junior Savannah Cooper. Our previous representatives
have been Abby Lewis for 2012-2013 and Heath Shatzer for
2013-2014. The students participate in monthly sessions that
include Media/Quality of Life, Community Government, ASU,
Industry & Economic Development, Health Care, Community
Services and a Community Service Project chosen by the class.
Senior Emily Walton has been named an Optimist Club
Outstanding Senior. The criteria for this award are that
the student represents the qualities of good citizenship in
their community, school and participate in extracurricular
activities. Emily will be recognized at the annual Optimist
Club Outstanding Senior banquet on November 3.
RCS Senior Heath Shatzer recently earned the rank of Eagle Scout. Congratulations Heath!
The Ridgefield Christian School
Interact Service Club held a special “orange” TAG day in recognition of September as Hunger
Awareness Month. Instead of $1,
the students were asked to bring a
canned food item to support the
NEA Foodbank. 308 food items
were collected and delivered to the
NEA Foodbank. Interact Club
sponsor is Mrs. Michelle Long.
LOVE
HIGH SCHOOL HIGHLIGHTS
Update from the Art Department
Art 2, 3, & 4 have completed a large scale Paper Mache Wall Relief
project. They've been working nearly four weeks to complete these.
The project is a form of sculpture that is designed to be hollowed out
so that it will be light weight and suitable for a light to be put inside.
Art 1 has been working with different materials and learning about the
color wheel and color formulas. They have finished the 4 block project
which used oil pastels, chalk pastels, crayons, and colored pencils.
They also learned how to reproduce an image by using the transfer
method. The next project will be using perspective and learning how to
draw with a vanishing point. 8th Grade Art is working on Grid Self Portraits. This project reviews how to
read the measurements on a ruler, how to efficiently make a grid, and use a grid. This process has also
taught them some helpful tricks such as using the battleship and window methods. Elementary Art grades
1 & 2 have been learning how colors mix on the color wheel. 1st grade was introduced to the word
"abstract" and they made their own abstract drawing and colored it in class. Grades 3-6 have been working
with 3D shapes and learning how to draw them in both transparent and solid form. They will begin working
with grids and color wheels this month.
Ninth grader, Lauren
Imrie, recently competed in the Girls
State Golf Tournament in Hot Springs. Lauren is the first female golfer from RCS to participate at the State Tournament.
Lauren finished 14th out of 55 golfers in grades 9-12! Way to
go Lauren!!
PSAT will be given to sophomores and
juniors on October 15.
The RCS Warrior Praise Team
led worship in Chapel service
for the first time on September
30. Mr. Paul Clark and Mrs
Jones, Bro. Jeff Stotts and Ken
Wadley have been working with
the team. Team members are
Clay Modelevsky, Leo Cooper,
Nathan Baskett, Savannah
Cooper, Allie Jones, Melody
Stotts, Mallory Mills, Emily Bowman, Kennedy Brown, Britt
Wadley, Ben Scholtens, Graham Averitt, Will Scholtens,
Benjamin Suhl, William Huey,
Matthew Bowman, John Henry
Jones.
WORDS FROM THE RCS BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
The school year has begun with the exciting news that the 2014
senior class attained a 23.1 average score on the ACT examination. We, as the Board of Directors, are so appreciative of the commitment and hard work by the RCS teachers, administration and
staff, for preparing our students for their future with a Christian
Worldview.
Our fall sports have begun with our men's golf team qualifying for
the state tournament and Lauren Imrie qualifying as a ladies singles player as well as a qualifier for the state tennis tournament.
The Board is now accepting applications from those interested in
serving. This will expand the Board for the remaining portion of the
year with three existing members’ terms coming to a six year close
in May. Additionally, the Board is seeking (1) an arrangement with
the bond holders to temporarily modify the interest rate on the
bonds and (2) a temporary suspension of the principle payments.
Our hopes are that, if provided, this would assist with the financial
structure of RCS.
Thank you RCS families for your prayers and support of our school
and students. Our Lord has blessed RCS and enabled it to be a
light in our community. May your family enjoy a most blessed fall
break.
UPDATE
We have made great progress with Renweb, our
new school management software! We are learning
something new and better about Renweb every day!
Hopefully you have set up your Parentsweb account
and are using the many features of the program.
Remember, this is your tool to view your student’s
attendance and daily grades, as well as teachers’
lesson plans and homework. As of October 1, you
can view your students tuition, lunch and aftercare
balances as well. Also, be sure to get the Renweb
Home App on the App Store. It costs $4.99 and
provides all of your student’s information to your
Smartphone. Please call the office if you have any
problems getting connected. We will keep you updated as we add more and more to this great tool!!!
“Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows.”
Galatians 6:7
The Ridgefield Scoreboard
During the month of September Ridgefield students have participated in a wide variety of activities including tag/
evasion games, kickball, capture the flag, and noodle hockey. The skills focused on in these activities are:
*catching * throwing *kicking * striking with a tool *protecting an area *rhythm/dance *Team sport knowledge
*teamwork.
Green and Gold Night
Friday, October 17, 2014
5:30 p.m.—8:00 p.m.
Warrior Gym
Recognizing and honoring ALL RCS athletes,
Elementary—Senior High.
A fun night for the whole RCS family
and extended family and friends.
$8.00 per ticket includes admission, hamburger and a
homemade milkshake (strawberry, chocolate or vanilla)
T-shirts will be available for purchase to support RCS Athletics. All proceeds go to RCS Athletic fund.
Schedule of Events:
5:30—6:15
Eat and visit
6:15—7:30
Basketball shoot-out, volleyball serving match, golf
putting contest and other competitions (Each will
cost $2.00 to play. Prizes will be awarded.)
7:30—8:00
Recognition of athletes
RCS Athletics: Built on the Unshakeable Foundation
“He alone is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress,
I will not be shaken.” Psalm 62:6
October dates to remember
Oct. 13—Chick-Fil-A Eat Out Night sponsored by Robotics
Oct. 14— PACE Color Run Kick Off
- Volleyball at Piggott 5:00 p.m.
Oct. 15—PSAT for 10th and 11th graders
Oct. 17— Green and Gold Night RCS Gym at 6:00 p.m.
-End of First Quarter
Oct. 18—Sr. High All Region Choir Auditions at Nettleton
- Jr. High District Volleyball Tournament
Oct. 20—Begin Second Quarter
Oct. 21—Basketball (JB, JG) at RCS 5:30 p.m.
Oct. 22—“Fall Colors” Tag Day sponsored by PACE.
Oct. 23-24—ICC Basketball Classic (SB) 6:10 p.m.
Little BOX TOPS Equal BIG Money for RCS!
It's that time of year! Time for our
semi-annual submission of BOX TOPS for
EDUCATION coupons! Each year, RCS families clip Box Tops from their favorite General
Mills products and mail them in for cash.
Last year, our school received over $900 in
BOX TOP submissions!
It's easy! Just check your favorite
General Mills products for the familiar pink
BOX TOP coupons. Cut them out and place
them in the designated basket in the school
foyer. We'll do the rest!
In order to meet the semi-annual
deadline, please submit all BOX TOPS by
October 20, 2014. Together, we can make a
difference for our children and our school!
To God be the
glory,
Oct. 24—Color Run PACE Fundraiser
PACE
Oct. 25—Jr. High All Region Choir Auditions at Brookland
Oct. 27—Basketball at RCS (JG, SG)
Oct. 28—Basketball v. Marmaduke at RCS (7th, JB,
SB) 5:00 p.m.
Oct. 29—Flu Shots administered by the Health Department
OCTOBER
TAG DAY
October 22
Fall Colors
Oct. 31—Hillcrest at RCS (JG, JB, SG, SB) 4:30 p.m.
Fifth Grade Volleyball Team Members enjoy lunch together.
Hearing
Screening
Wednesday
October 20