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Tuesday, September 19, Joy of Living Bible Study:
Calling all City Tree moms! The Joy of Living Women's Bible Study begins on Tuesday, September 19!
Meeting time: 9:30-11:30am
Where: West Room
What: women are invited to a weekly study of the letters of the Apostle Paul to the church in Rome.
Cost: Workbook is $25, scholarships are available.
Tuesday, September 19, Parking Reminder:
Beginning Tuesday, Sept 19, parking on Tuesday mornings may become very tight. The custodians block off the parking lot by Westminster Manor for the JOY Women's Bible Study and this makes parking for City Tree parents difficult.
Even though you may see cones blocking the entrance, City Tree parents are welcome to use this blocked off lot if you are dropping off students from 6:45-8:45am.
Deadline Extended! Wednesday, September 20, Cherrydale Farms Orders Due:
GOOD NEWS! Cherrydale Farms Gifts Sale deadline has been EXTENDED to Wednesday, September 20! Remember that we need EVERY family to participate! Our goal is to sell $6000 worth of products! Funds raised go directly to PTO & fund many activities for all our students during the year! Parents & Students, you can shop two ways:
-Order forms: Use the order form that you received in your back-to-school folders. All orders will be delivered to City Tree.
-Shop online: Click here and use the school code CITSC. All orders will be delivered to your home address.
-Note: The online option is particularly useful because you can send the link to out-of-town family and friends! You are also not limited to the brochure - you can shop across the whole site and the school still benefits!
Wednesday, September 2
0, Wednesday Night Events Start:
Wednesday nights are family nights at City Tree and First Pres! Plan to join us each Wednesday from 6:00-7:30pm. There is something for everyone!
Children preschool-gr. 5 gather in the Geneva Room for pizza, a Bible lesson, and fun! This is a free event, but please send $1 per slice of pizza to help defray costs. Care is also provided for infants and toddlers through the church beginning at 6:00pm, bring them to the Geneva Room. Children's activities are free, but parents must be on site attending adult classes. Call the school office to let us know that your child will be coming.
Youth Activities:
Youth group meets each Wednesday in the Youth Room (room 307). All students in gr. 6-12 are encouraged to attend. Youth group has weekly activities, discussion, and dinner (pizza for $1/slice and $1 for drinks). Students must be picked up by 7:30pm at the 4th Ave entrance.
Click here for the flyer.
Parenting Class:
Parenting classes are hosted in the Scout Room. Each class starts with a potluck and is followed by a lesson. Classes are video and discussion based. Come find community as we struggle together through the ups and downs of parenting! Join us for our first class, "Sacred Parenting: How Raising Children Shapes our Souls".
Click here for the flyer.
Friday, September 22, Please Log In & Update Your Info on Parents Web!
RenWeb has told us they have corrected the issues regarding Parents Web.
-All parents: make sure to follow the process in the attached direction sheet. Once you have logged in, click on School Information on the left hand menu, select Web Forms, then select the Family Demographic tab to check and update your family information and all available forms.
-If you find that you continue to have issues, the next step is for us to assist you directly. The office staff will be available to help parents in the school office.
Please make sure this is done by Friday, September 22. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Friday, September 22, City Tree T-shirt Orders Due:
City Tree sweatshirts & t-shirts are available to order!
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Click here for the City Tree sweatshirt/t-shirt order form
-Drop off completed form & payment in the T-shirt mailbox in the hallway
Please note that we will NOT be able to place orders after September 22.
Place your orders today!
Friday, September 22, San Diego Street Choir Concert at FPC:
The San Diego Street Choir is hosting their Blessing Concert, performing a wide variety of music! "Homeless serving the homeless through music", the Street Choir will be donating 100% of the proceeds to help further music and arts education at the Monarch School for homeless kids. Join us in the Sanctuary on Friday, September 22 at 7:00pm for this event!
Sunday, October 8, City Tree Sunday:
SAVE THE DATE! ALL Preschool, Elementary, and Middle School students will sing, play in the band, and participate in City Tree Sunday on October 8!
We would love to have 100% participation since it is such a great way to show the church all that is happening at our school. Please save this date and plan to join us for the morning. We will gather in the dining room at 7:45am.
Donations Needed for Grades 4 & 5:
Mrs. Floeter's 4th & 5th gr class is in need of materials/supplies for a current science unit. Students have created and sketched an invention and now need to make a 3D model of their design. Donations items welcomed:
-Paper towel rolls
-Tissue boxes
-Rubber bands
-Tape
-Milk cartons, juice cartons, water bottles
-Cardboard (or boxes) and scrap book paper
-Popsicle sticks
-OR any other material you have around the house that you think might be resourceful to the class!
Drop off items at the school office or take directly to room 307.
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PTO
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Thursday, September 14, PTO Meeting:
The first PTO Meeting of the year is Thursday, September 14, 2017 from 5:15-6:00pm in the Geneva Room. Childcare is provided for Preschool & K-8 students, we apologize there is no care available for infants . All Preschool and K-8 parents are encouraged to attend.
PTO Volunteers Needed!
We are filling volunteer positions for this school year's PTO. Look for the brightly colored signs by the school
entrance and sign up to volunteer! Your participation makes our school better for your child and for all students. Two key position that still need to be filled are:
-Fall Festival Co-Chairs
-2018 Gala Co-Chairs
If you are willing to take on any of these specific positions or just serve where needed most, please contact
PTO President, Victoria Cannizzo, with questions.
Box Tops for Education Coordinator Needed:
We are in need of a parent coordinator for Box Tops for Education! Coordinator promotes the collecting of Box Tops, collects the Box Tops from the various locations around City Tree, and redeems the funds City Tree has earned for the box tops collected. Visit
boxtops4education.com to learn more.
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Preschool
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Sign-in/out Reminders:
Parents please remember to sign your child in and out on the classroom clipboard each day. It is important that you write the time in and out, signatures, and the emergency phone number for the day. Please do not write "mom" or "dad" as the signature - these are documents that are required by CA state licensing and MUST be filled in correctly. It is also important to have an accurate phone number for the day because this is the first number we use in the event your child is sick or you need to be reached immediately.
Parent Files:
Please check your child's parent folder daily. Parent folders are located in the sign-in area for each class with your child's name clearly labeled on the folder. This is where we put important print communication about upcoming field trips, special meetings, your monthly tuition bill, and other important school and classroom correspondence. Electronic communication is done through the Brightwheel App and the weekly newsletter to your email account. Please update your email with the office and teacher if it has changed and be sure to register on Brightwheel to receive pictures and individual communication about your child.
Friday, October 6, Preschool Grandparents Day:
Save the date! Preschool Grandparents Day will be on Friday, October 6 at 3:00pm. This is a special time for grandparents (or a loved one!) to visit with their preschool students in the classroom. They will make a project together and enjoy a snack. We hope to see many families there! Look for more information as it gets closer, but let your grandparents know about this now!
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Elementary
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Friday, Sept 15, Last Day of Grades 1-3 MAP Testing
Monday-Friday, September 18-22, Grades 4-8 MAP Testing
Things to Remember During MAP Testing:
-Make sure your child is well rested on school days and especially the day of the test. Children who are tired are less able to pay attention in class or to handle the demands of a test.
-Give your child a well-rounded diet. A healthy body leads to a healthy, active mind. It is especially helpful if students eat a good breakfast on testing days.
-Arrive on time to school. This allows your child to start the day with less stress and allows for more success.
-Please keep in mind that test scores give only one picture of how your child is doing in school, and many things can affect a student's test scores. Therefore it is important to consider other kinds of information about your student as well.
-MAP Test scores will be shared with you during fall parent-teacher conferences.
-If you have any questions, please contact your child's teacher or the testing coordinator.
-Please avoid scheduling appointments during testing weeks.
Schedule for grades 1-3:
Friday, 9/15: Gr 1-3 makeups
Schedules for grades 4-8:
Monday, 9/18: Gr 6-8 reading
Tuesday, 9/19: Gr 4 & 5 reading, & Gr 8 language
Wednesday, 9/20: Gr 6 & 7 language & Gr 4 & 5 math
Thursday, 9/21: Gr 8 math & Gr 6 & 7 math
Friday, 9/22: Gr 4 & 5 language, Gr 4-8 make-ups
NEW DATE! Monday, September 18, King's Daughters Begins & Brief Parent Meeting:
Calling all girls in grades K-8! King's Daughters will begin next week on Monday, September 18!
-Gatherings are Mondays from 4:00 to 5:15 in the Scout Room
-No cost to join!
-A brief parent meeting will also be held on Monday, Sept 18 from 5:15-5:30pm with more details.
Friday, September 29, Band Fees Due for Grades 4-8:
Band fees for the 2017-2018 school year for students in grades 4-8 are due Friday, September 30.
-4th gr:
$25
-5th gr & New 6th-8th Gr Students:
$155 - Please note: Forms for band uniform orders will be placed in parent files soon
-Returning 6th-8th Gr Students:
$120
-Jazz Band fees will be due mid-November. More information will be provided by Mrs. Irwig.
Turn in payment to the mailbox outside in the hallway labeled "Band". Contact
Mrs. Irwig if you have any questions.
Girls Volleyball Schedule, Games & Practices:
Thanks to all the girls who have been practicing hard to get ready for this year's volleyball season! If you have not officially signed up but your child is attending practice, click here to register.
Thursday, Sept 14: A Team game vs Reformation A @ 4:00pm, arrive by 3:30pm
Thursday, Sept 14: B Team game vs Urban Discovery B @ 5:00pm, arrive by 4:30pm
Monday, Sept 18: Practice on the roof playground from 4:30-5:45pm
Tuesday, Sept 19: A Team game vs Victory 8 @ 5:00pm, arrive by 4:30pm
Tuesday, Sept 19: B Team game vs Victory 5 @ 6:00pm, arrive by 5:30pm
Wednesday, Sept 20: Practice on the roof playground from 4:30-5:45pm
Monday, Sept 25: Practice on the roof playground from 4:30-5:45pm
Tuesday, Sept 26: B Team game vs St. Paul's 4 @ 6:00pm, arrive by 5:30pm
Important Note, VOLLEYBALL UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS:
All students are required to have athletic shoes, socks, knee pads, and BLACK SHORTS for each game. Each student has received a uniform shirt to use for the season. Players may wear their jerseys in lieu of a uniform shirt on game days. Regular school uniform bottoms still required.
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Middle School
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Middle School Communication:
All middle school students have a google classroom account set up for them, and have logged on multiple times. Google Classroom will be a hub for teacher/student communication, and for those who are returning middle school students, takes the place of the homework board. It will take some time for students to become proficient at using Google Classroom well. Each weekend, students are required to visit their google classes and record homework in their planners for the upcoming week. We hope you have all had a chance to login with your child to begin to become familiar with google classroom.
A Few FAQ's:
What are my child's login credentials?
- Your child has these and should be able to log in. Please ask him/her to share them with you and keep them in a safe place at home.
What should my child do with Google classroom info?
- We want the physical planner to be a real time, immediate tool for students. Students should visit google classroom on the weekends and homework for the upcoming week into their planners. However, planners should be updated regularly in class and used as the first resource to check due dates.
Where is work posted?
- There are multiple ways to check work. 1) From the menu in the upper left of the home screen click on Calendar. Be sure your child selects the correct week to view when in calendar mode. 2) From the home page, click on the assignments that are summarized under each class title 3) Click on each class and read the Stream.
Feel free to email Mrs. Henzel with any specific questions about Google Classroom use or to make an appointment to receive help on google classroom.
Monday, September 11, Math Tutoring Begins:
Students in grades 6-8 may attend tutoring in Mr. Simmer's room (110) after school from 3:20-4:00pm on Mondays & Wednesdays throughout the school year. Students do not need to be signed up for after school care, but must be picked up outside the front office or in Room 110 by 4:00pm unless they are signed up for care.
NEW DATE! Monday, September 18, King's Daughters Begins, Grades K-8 Girls:
Calling all girls in grades K-8! King's Daughters will begin next week on Monday, September 18!
-Gatherings are Mondays from 4:00 to 5:15 in the Scout Room
-No cost to join!
-A brief parent meeting will also be held on Monday, Sept 18 from 5:15-5:30pm with more details.
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Friday, September 22, 6th Grade Camp Registrations Due:
Sixth grade families, mark your calendars for October 17-20! Our 6th graders will spend this week at Indian Hills Camp for a great time of learning about ecology, Earth Science, and Christian Education. We will need parents to assist with transporting kids to/from Indian Hills in Jamul (about a 40 min. drive from City Tree). Please plan ahead for these dates. All families must complete the online registration form for camp by Friday, September 22! Please note, you will need to have your child's immunization record and some medical information to fully complete registration. FULL registration is required by the Friday, September 22 deadline to avoid a late charge. Note that all registration fees are paid through the school for your child. You must be up to date on Middle School Activity fee payments and tuition as of October 1 in order to be eligible to attend this trip.
If your child would like to participate in paintball, a check or cash must be made out to City Tree Christian School and dropped off in the office by September 22. Please contact Indian Hills Camp via email
([email protected]) or call (619) 669-6498 with questions or to receive help with the registration process. Contact Mrs. Becky Henzel with any questions about camp, or to provide transportation. Click the link for camp registration:
https://mycircuitree.com/Indianhills/Registration/RequestCode/22026.
Friday, September 22, 7th Grade Catalina Registration Paperwork Due:
Thanks to all who were able to attend our 7th grade parent meeting this last Tuesday. If you were not able to make it, you received info and registration forms in parent files and by email on Wednesday of this week. Please be sure to read this info over carefully and talk to Mrs. Henzel with any questions. Registration forms are due to the office by Friday, September 22.
Friday, September 22, 8th Grade Washington DC Trip Registration Due:
We are excited for this year's 8th grade trip to the east coast as enrichment for their study of American History. The dates for this trip are TENTATIVELY scheduled for April 21-26, 2018 pending airline availability. Preparation for this trip is a multi-step process, the first of which is to fill out the online registration form. Note that you will need two important pieces of information regarding the trip. The first is our "expedition number" which is T143. The second is that all fees discussed on the form's Payment and Trip Policies are prepaid by the school using Middle School Activity Fees so there is no need to worry about any billing-related information. Please list your child's FULL LEGAL name and complete all parts of the registration form. We will be having two meetings, one in November and one in the spring in preparation for the trip. These meetings will cover trip itinerary and logistics, travel policies, and much more. E-mail Mrs. Becky Henzel with any questions you have in advance of these meetings. Click the link for the online registration form
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http://bit.ly/1NDr0j6.
Monday-Friday, September 18-22, Grades 4-8 MAP Testing:
Things to Remember During MAP Testing:
-Make sure your child is well rested on school days and especially the day of the test. Children who are tired are less able to pay attention in class or to handle the demands of a test.
-Give your child a well-rounded diet. A healthy body leads to a healthy, active mind. It is especially helpful if students eat a good breakfast on testing days.
-Arrive on time to school. This allows your child to start the day with less stress and allows for more success.
-Please keep in mind that test scores give only one picture of how your child is doing in school, and many things can affect a student's test scores. Therefore it is important to consider other kinds of information about your student as well.
-MAP Test scores will be share with you during fall parent-teacher conferences.
-If you have any questions, please contact your child's teacher or the testing coordinator.
-Please avoid scheduling appointments during testing weeks.
Schedule:
Monday, 9/18: Gr 6-8 reading
Tuesday, 9/19: Gr 4 & 5 reading, & Gr 8 language
Wednesday, 9/20: Gr 6 & 7 language & Gr 4 & 5 math
Thursday, 9/21: Gr 8 math & Gr 6 & 7 math
Friday, 9/22: Gr 4 & 5 language, Gr 4-8 make-ups
Friday, September 22, Middle School Madness:
When & Where: Friday, September 22 from 6:00-8:00pm in the Youth Room (room 307)
What is it: An ultimate, crazy game night! Middle School Madness is a time to have fun with friends, get to know one another better, and maybe meet someone new - invite your friends!
Cost:$5 for pizza & drinks.
Pick-up & Drop-off: Please drop off and pick up on 4th Ave. entrance
Friday, September 29, Band Fees Due for Grades 4-8:
Band fees for the 2017-2018 school year for students in grades 4-8 are due Friday, September 30.
-4th gr:
$25
-5th gr & New 6th-8th Gr Students:
$155, please note: Forms for band uniform orders will be placed in parent files soon
-Returning 6th-8th Gr Students:
$120
-Jazz Band fees will be due mid-November. More information will be provided by Mrs. Irwig.
Turn in payment to the mailbox outside in the hallway labeled "Band". Contact
Mrs. Irwig if you have any questions.
Tuesday, October 3, Middle School Girls' Bible Study Starts:
Ms. Mandie will be leading a weekly Middle School Girls Bible Study beginning
Tuesday, October
3 during lunch. All Middle School girls are welcome
and encouraged to attend as we read through a study on the book of Esther and discussing how
today's choices can impact our future.
For more information, feel free to contact Ms. Mandie Tyink in the office.
City Tree Middle School Christian Youth Theater, Highlights from "Mulan":
Each year, we partner with Christian Youth Theater during the 1st quarter of every year, and this year all middle school students are working together on "Mulan" to be presented Tuesday, November 7 at 4:30pm. (NOTE: THIS SHOWCASE DATE HAS BEEN CHANGED FROM NOVEMBER 2.) Parts have been assigned and rehearsals are underway! Each student will receive a script with their lines. Students must keep these scripts in a safe place and bring them to rehearsals each week. Each student should also practice the music for the show at home. Music can be accessed at the following link:
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/hhc2papswbrtc34/AACF5hz0E2BJ7YdOH_2EEDTha?dl=0.
Note that this is also on the Middle School Announcements section of Google Classroom. Encourage your child to listen to this music and practice his/her lines outside of school, and to be prepared for class by storing their scripts in a safe place in their binders and bringing the script to school. Every student will have a part and we look forward to seeing the result of their hard work in November!
Friday, October 6, "Mulan" Movie Night:
All middle school students are invited to attend a movie party at Mrs. Decker's house from 6:30-9:00pm. Students will watch the Disney movie "Mulan" in preparation for their own show and make s'mores over a backyard bonfire. Check out the attached flyer for more information.
Girls Volleyball Schedule, Games & Practices:
Thanks to all the girls who have been practicing hard to get ready for this year's volleyball season! If you have not officially signed up but your child is attending practice,
click here to register.
Thursday, Sept 14: A Team game vs Reformation A @ 4:00pm, arrive by 3:30pm
Thursday, Sept 14: B Team game vs Urban Discovery B @ 5:00pm, arrive by 4:30pm
Monday, Sept 18: Practice on the roof playground from 4:30-5:45pm
Tuesday, Sept 19: A Team game vs Victory 8 @ 5:00pm, arrive by 4:30pm
Tuesday, Sept 19: B Team game vs Victory 5 @ 6:00pm, arrive by 5:30pm
Wednesday, Sept 20: Practice on the roof playground from 4:30-5:45pm
Monday, Sept 25: Practice on the roof playground from 4:30-5:45pm
Tuesday, Sept 26: B Team game vs St. Paul's 4 @ 6:00pm, arrive by 5:30pm
Important Note, VOLLEYBALL UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS:
All students are required to have athletic shoes, socks, knee pads, and BLACK SHORTS for each game. Each student has received a uniform shirt to use for the season. Players may wear their jerseys in lieu of a uniform shirt on game days. Regular school uniform bottoms still required.
6th-8th Grade Band:
-6th grade: Monday/ Friday (plus Tuesday OR Thursday for the 1st quarter)
-7th grade: Friday (plus Tuesday OR Thursday for the 1st quarter)
-8th grade: Friday (plus Tuesday OR Thursday for the 1st quarter)
Honors Jazz Band will also be offered after school on Tuesdays from 3:15-4:15pm. Please contact Mrs. Irwig via email for more information about the audition and selection process for this club.
September PE Schedule:
Sept 20: Kroc Center, Volleyball
Sept 27: Kroc Center, Volleyball
1st Quarter Supplementary Curriculum (beginning Tues, September 5):
Grades 6-8: Tues/Thurs- Band or CYT Theater Arts
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Looking Ahead
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Thursday, September 14: PTO Meeting, 5:15-6:00pm
September 18-22: Grades 4-8 MAP Testing
October 3 & 4: All School Pictures Days
Friday, October 6: Preschool Grandparent's Day
Sunday, October 8: City Tree Sunday
Friday, October 27: All School Fall Festival
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Pictures of the Week
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Mrs. Kennedy taught a lesson in chapel, with a visual representation, about going through God to get to wisdom!
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Quick Links
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Gracious words are a honeycomb,
sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.
Proverbs 16:24 (NIV)
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