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School Newsletter
Reminder- No School Monday
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CJSF "Senior Prom"
CJSF (California Junior Scholarship Federation) recently participated in a heartwarming Valentine's Day "Senior Prom" held at a local assisted living facility. This event not only brought joy to the residents but also provided our students with a unique opportunity to embody Christian values through their actions.
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1st & 2nd Grade STEM
In STEM, our 1st and 2nd graders are exploring the world of basic coding. They are engaging with interactive visual-based coding programs that not only introduces them to the world of technology but also instills valuable life skills and biblical values.
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3rd Grade: Love One Another
Third grade has been studying what it means to "Love One Another" as first commanded by Jesus at the Last Supper he had with his disciples. While the students were familiar with this command, they were surprised to learn that Jesus gave it before his betrayal, trial, and crucifixion. Students created a heart weaving project with a heart and yarn and wrote their thoughts as a reminder of what true love looks like. Such a wonderful way to wrap up our Valentine's celebration.
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Collaboration & Teamwork
In theater exercises, we emphasize the significance of collaboration and teamwork, aligning with the biblical principles of unity and mutual support within the body of Christ.
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Poverty Problem Solvers Leadership Program
I am thrilled to share with you an exciting vision, a transformative initiative that could shape the educational experience for our elementary and middle school students, as well as Christian schools nationwide.
As we delve into the new year, our school is exploring a collaboration with Convoy of Hope to integrate Bloom's Taxonomy, a framework for critical thinking skills, into our school chapels. The focus is on cultivating our students as "poverty problem solvers," aligning with Convoy's commitment to empower communities through sustainable solutions.
Click the button below to learn more!
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Update:
Mr. Swales met with a national publisher and proposed a curriculum for all Christian schools. His model focuses on two valuable principles, leadership and problem solving. Mr. Swales also met with a group of elementary students to discuss the Poverty Problem Solvers Leadership Program. Students will be trained through critical thinking exercises, problem-solving scenarios, debates, research projects, mock interviews, public speaking opportunities, and networking events. Students will enhance their mental acuity and communication skills to advocate for sustainable solutions and inspire change.
In the meantime, Mr. Swales will wait for a response from the president and primary authors of a renowned national Christian publisher to integrate the Poverty Problem Solvers Curriculum into their Teacher Edition's educational framework. This partnership is geared towards expanding the reach beyond our school, intending to impact Christian schools nationwide by 2030, and beyond. The objective is to assist teachers in cultivating critical thinking skills among students, fostering problem-solving awareness, and instilling valuable leadership principles.
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Middle School: Making a Difference | |
Organized by our student leaders in CJSF, West Valley Christian Middle School has declared a Penny War to help support Open Arms Pregnancy Clinic. Open Arms is a local Community Health Clinic licensed by the State of California Department of Public Health. They specialize in early pregnancy confirmation and in helping women and their partners who are facing pregnancy-related decisions. Open Arms offers all of their life-affirming services free of charge and have helped thousands of people facing unplanned pregnancies. All the money raised from the Penny War will go to Open Arms Pregnancy Clinic to help provide pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, education and hope in these people's time of need. Thank you in advance for your support. | |
Who's Ready for Playoffs? | |
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The competition on the basketball court is only getting hotter, especially in our Middle School Boys Basketball Playoffs. With each game, the intensity rises, and the stakes become even higher as teams play for the coveted championship title.
Our boys finished the season ranked #2 with a record of 9-1! Our first playoff game will be a home game facing off against rival school Pilibos. The date and time will be announced soon. The game will be very intense and we will need all the support we can get. We are asking all our parents, students, and staff to be in attendance wearing white to show support for our boys.
Ultimately, the middle school boys basketball playoffs are more than just a series of games; they're a testament to the spirit of teamwork, perseverance, and passion that defines the sport. Win or lose, every player leaves the court with their heads held high, proud of their accomplishments and ready to continue their journey both on and off the hardwood.
We will see you at the game! Go Falcons!
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Elementary School Chapel:
Forgiveness
In our elementary chapel, Mr. Swales spoke to the students on forgiveness. Forgiveness helps us have a happy heart and feel free. Just like how God forgives us when we make mistakes, we are called to forgive others who hurt us. Click on the video below to see the full message!
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During chapel, we honored our Kids with Character. This month's award recognized students who exemplify courage. Congratulations to all of our students who show courage on a daily basis. | |
Luca Schoensiegel- 1st Grade | |
Dustin Spangler- Kindergarten | |
Explore STEM Opportunities With Your Child! | |
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Dear Elementary and Middle School Parents,
We are excited to introduce you to a world of hands-on learning experiences through our STEM initiatives, fostering the development of crucial skills for your child's future success. Our MimioSTEM solutions are designed to make science, technology, engineering, and mathematics engaging and relevant. We need some parents to pilot the stem resources and give us your feedback. If you can read the following information and watch any videos of interest, and then complete the survey to gather your interest level and feedback.
Stem initiatives:
- Labdisc: Our portable STEM lab with 13 built-in sensors offers an immersive learning experience for general science.
- Mimio MyBot Recruit: Delve into the realms of robotics and coding with this exciting tool, promoting creativity and problem-solving.
- Robo 3D Printers: Explore the possibilities of 3D printing with the Robo E3 3D printer, accompanied by MyStemKits for a comprehensive educational experience.
To enhance this journey, we invite parents to participate in our innovative programs:
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Audio Video Broadcasting with Sling Studio: Learn to broadcast live events, empowering your child to operate cameras during school-wide activities. Watch a Demo Here
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Resource Program Integration: Borrow STEM equipment for home use, allowing your child to continue their learning beyond the classroom. Check Out Our STEM Brochure Here
- After School Clubs: Join our clubs to master broadcasting equipment, including multiple cameras, sound, lighting, and live streaming on YouTube using Sling Studio.
By actively participating in these initiatives, you contribute to your child's growth in STEM fields and provide them with valuable skills for the future. Together, let's inspire the next generation of engineers, scientists, and innovators.
Thank you for your ongoing support.
Sincerely,
Mr. Swales
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Thank you for your interest in our school!
Please click here to start the application process. You will first need to Create an Account. Once that is done our system will have you login and create a new student application. Please be sure to choose the 2024-25 application.
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For information about creating an account and starting an application, please email our Admissions Director, Michelle Swales at [email protected] | |
For financial questions, please email our Financial Director, Trisha Herget at [email protected] | |
TK-5th Grade Grandparents Day | |
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Our annual Grandparents Day is Friday, March 8th 9:30am-11:00am. This year's theme is WESTERN! Students and guests should come dressed in their favorite western attire!
We will play western games, have a square dancing exhibition, and just have a rootin' tootin' time! It is a half day of school, however, daycare will be provided, so please plan accordingly.
We would also like to honor the grandparents that attend by having a WANTED POSTER about them. Please email Mrs. Lampechkun at [email protected] and let her know that you want a "Wanted Poster"
Example:
WANTED
Grandma Josephina is wanted for making good cookies.
Grandpa Joe is wanted for always playing catch with me.
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Check Out Last Year's Grandparents Day | |
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The goal of daycare is to provide a safe, engaging, and structured environment for our students. This structure includes academic support as well as providing the students opportunities to participate in various enrichment programs such as dance, sports, and drama. Our students are divided into groups with one or two supervisors per group. There is a schedule of activities each day that provides the structure needed to keep the students engaged which minimizes behavior and safety issues.
Here are a few friendly reminders of our daycare procedures:
- Please be sure to check your child out before you leave. If your child is not signed out, you will be charged until 6 PM.
- Please send snacks with your child if they are staying for daycare. A small snack will be provided at 5 PM for those who stay late.
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We know that raising kids is a challenge and West Valley Christian Church will have a great opportunity for you to receive practical resources and encouragement as you raise your children. It will consist of four Monday nights in April (8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th) at 7 pm.
We hope you take advantage of this great opportunity!
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