H I S
"The earth is [ His]  and everything in it, the world, 
and all who live in it." Psalm 24:1 NIV
All-School 
03.08.19
Table of Contents
  1. From the Admissions Department
  2. Our Bright Future
  3. Upcoming Events & Activities
  4. Elementary Highlights
  5. Happy Birthday and Spirit Rock Fun
  6. Middle School E-Newsletter 
MCS Hero of the Week
 
Congratulations to this week's Hero Amy Green. We hope you enjoy your up-close parking spot. 

Amy Green: Sixth Grade History Teacher
Amy is so deserving. What I love about Amy is she gets the hard ones and loves them hard. She spends time outside of school going to student's games/performances and is always one of the biggest cheerleaders in the crowd. Amy also has the ability to make anything dry fun, seriously we could watch paint dry with Amy and she would turn it into something to learn and have fun with. Not only is she a great teacher but a wonderful friend to all. We are truly blessed to work with her and see how God uses her each day in the classroom. 

She is a life-giver, a joy-bringer, and a middle school student-developer! She loves our MCS students fiercely and they believe her when she says so. She makes every room that she walks into lighter (brightness and the atmosphere literally feels lighter and more at ease). "FUN" could quite possibly be her middle name! We love you, AMY GREEN!!!!
brightfutureOur Bright Future
Great Talent Coming to the MCS Auction! Look for details in your inbox on Monday!
Get Your Tickets Today

  • Before School & After School Ensembles:  1st-3rd Grades | Various Days
  • PTF Uniform Wear and Share | March 12th & 13th
  • 4th-8th Difference Maker Apps Due | Deadline Wednesday, March 13th
  • Late-Start Lattes with Love | Wednesday, March 13th
  • Dads Carpool, Fellowship & Prayers | Thursday, March 14th 
  • St. Patrick's Day All-School Themed Dress Day | Friday, March 15th
  • Spirit Run "Dash for Cash" Fashion Island | Sunday, March 17th
  • TK Music Informance | Tuesday, March 19th
  • 8th Grade Grad Pictures Due | Wednesday, March 20th
  • No School - All Students "Professional Development Day" | Friday, March 22nd
  • TK-7th Gr Yearbook Dedications | Due Friday, March 22nd
  • Elementary Musical Production | March 22nd and 23rd | Purchase Your Tickets
  • Pastors Chapel | March 25th
  • K & 1st Music Informance | Thursday, March 28th
  • 4th-8th Gr "HIS" Photos | Submission due March 29th
  • Elementary Talent Show | Friday, April 5th
  • Spring Celebration & Auction  | Friday, April 12th | Tickets on Sale Now
We Love Our Church Leaders!
Pastors Chapel Invite & Parent Letter Sent Home Today
We are looking forward to having our local church leaders join us for a chapel with our students on Monday, March 25. Our students have been given an invitation to hand deliver to the youth/children's pastor, small group leader, or church volunteer that makes a spiritual impact in their life. 

Please see the attached parent letter and downloadable copy of the invitation, or there are more invitations available at the front desk. 
4th-8th Difference Maker Application Deadline March 13th
Dear MCS Parents of 4th-8th graders -

It is with great delight that we are announcing that the application window is now open for our 4th-8th graders to apply for a Difference Maker grant to help them with seed funding and mentorship in order for them to launch a Difference Maker project in the 2019-20 school year. The application requires a teacher recommendation, and students are encouraged to provide ample time for teachers to thoughtfully complete the recommendation. The application is attached, will be shared on Schoology Latest & Greatest for our MCS middle school students, and hard copies are available in the front lobby info area.

Please take note of the timeline for the Difference Maker application process & program:
  • February 15, 2019 - Difference Maker Grant Applications are open to all 4th-8th grade students to complete and return by the application deadline (March 13, 2019).
  • March 13, 2019 - Application deadline
  • March 14 - April 19 - Application review window; students may be contacted for an interview to discuss their proposals
  • Late April - Grant recipients announced
  • May 9 - Difference Maker EXPO at Open House - 2018-19 grant recipients host a table to share about their projects and 2019-20 grant recipients host a table to share about the projects they will be launching in the 2019-20 school year
  • May date TBD - parent meeting to discuss the timeline for rolling out the projects in the 2019-20 school year
If you have any questions about the Difference Maker Grant Application process please feel free to reach out at abray@marinerscs.orgWe are looking forward to seeing how God will use our students through the 2019-20 Difference Maker Grant Program. Our desire is that our students would bravely pray that God would break their hearts for what breaks His heart, and then step into being difference makers in that place. Please join us in praying that they would hear Him speak! 

Blessings, Ali Bray, Difference Maker Architect
Mariners Christian School
PTF Uniform Wear & Share March 12th & 13th
Helping Hands Needed

Wear and Share could use some helping hands. Here are the dates of the remaining Wear and Share events which nicely coincides with Late Start Lattes. 

March 12-13, April 9-10, May 7-8:  Set up Tuesdays at 1:00PM. Clean up on Wednesdays at 9:00AM. Contact Trisha Nabal if you have questions at  nabal@verizon.net
Wednesday, March 13, 7:30-9:30AM: MCS Lobby
Stop by for Coffee & Fellowship
MCS Parents are invited to stop by the front lobby for Starbucks coffee, morning treats, and fellowship. The dates are 3/13, 4/10, and 5/8. Hosted by the MCS Advancement Department, we hope to have a cup of coffee with you!
Dads Carpool - Fellowship & Prayer - See you March 14th!
DADS! Join Us on Thursday morning, March 14th
for our next Dad's Carpool - Fellowship - Prayer Morning
 
Carpool from 7:30-8:10 then fellowship and prayer from 8:15-8:45. Feel free to just show up at your convenience or sign up at the following link:    tinyurl.com/MCSDadsFellowshipHope to see you then!  Troy
St. Patrick's Day Themed All School Dress Day March 15th
In celebration of St. Patrick's Day, all students may come to school wearing green and white and St. Patrick's Day themed attire on Friday, March 15th. Students may wear dress code approved blue jeans.

Themed Dress Guidelines: Students must wear specified colors/theme, or the MCS uniform must be worn. Hats appropriate to the theme are acceptable. No colored/dyed hair. Girls' shorts or skirts must be no shorter than 3 inches above the knee. All outfits must be neat, clean, modest, safe, and may not cause a distraction to the learning environment.
Let's Run Together - Spirit Run Fashion Island March 17th
MCS is participating for the FIRST TIME EVER in the St. Patrick's Day Spirit Run - Fashion Island on March 17th 

The school earns 10%-25% depending on the number of MCS participants. The more MCS students, families, and supporters who register, the more money MCS raises.  It's a terrific opportunity for MCS students, families, and staff to celebrate fitness, family, and school spirit! Spirit Run offers running and walking events for every age and fitness level.

Connect with some of your MCS Family Friends and register now at the link below! We'd suggest signing up for races listed under these headings: 
  • Youth Single Race Events
  • Family and Grand Family Events (bring your Grandparents)
To Register, Visit: 1) https://www.nmspiritrun.org/registration , 2) choose a race(races), 3) complete your personal information,
3D Azure Arrow that is isolated in white
IMPORTANT: 4) In order to give Mariners Christian School credit, under School/Team Affiliation & Donation, click on "NA," then select Mariners Christian School in the next drop down. We are listed with other local Christian Schools.

Flyers with details were sent home with your children today or you may click here.
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All runners may order a complimentary MCS T-Shirt
(may be worn on T-Shirt Tuesdays)

PLEASE NOTE:
that this order is separate from the registration and that T-Shirts are ONLY for registered runnersDonations for the T-Shirts accepted.

Click here to complete your T-Shirt Order and return it to the receptionist via your child's teacher.

If you have questions, please email Jen Awad at Jenawad@sbcglobal.net or Barbara O'Brian at bobrian@marinerscs.org
Parents Invited to Upcoming March Music Informances
TK Music Informance
Tuesday, March 19th, at 9AM
K & 1st Grade Music Informance
Thursday, March 28th, at 9AM
INFORMANCE: "A performance intended to be both educational and entertaining." en.OxfordDictionaries.com

TK-7th Grade Yearbook Dedications Due March 22nd

It's that time of year again! You have the opportunity to honor your TK - 7th grade child with a dedication in our annual yearbook. The focus of the written dedication is to affirm, bless, and honor your MCS child.

Here are the details:
  • Each dedication costs $20 for 1/8th of a page
  • Words only, no photos (We save the photo dedications for when your child is graduating.)
  • There is a limit of 80 words for your dedication. Please proofread your submissions.
  • Billing for the dedication will be through FACTS at a later date.
Please note that there is limited space for dedications, so make sure to submit your dedication early to guarantee that it will be included. Submissions will be accepted until all available spots are purchased. The final deadline for submissions is March 22nd. If you wish to purchase a dedication, please send your 80 word submission to: yearbook@marinerscs.org.

Thank you in advance for helping to make this yearbook a blessing to our students. If you have any questions please feel free to email us at yearbook@marinerscs.org

In Him,
Sam Brooks and Sharee Pfaff  - MCS Yearbook Advisers
No School Day - Friday, March 22nd
Professional Development for Staff

There is no school on Friday, March 22nd, due to a staff Professional Development day. 

Don't forget to attend the School House Rock Live, Jr. production on Friday evening, March 22nd, at 6PM. Click here for Friday tickets. See below for more details.
Don't Miss Our First Ever Elementary Musical Production
Friday, March 22, 6PM & Saturday, March 23, 2PM & 6PM



4th-8th Grade "HIS" Photos: Submission by March 29th
The MCS Yearbook team is looking for photos that best display our theme of "HIS"! All students in grades 4th-8th are invited to submit a photo to yearbook@marinerscs.org. Here are the details:
  • Only one photo per person
  • You may have people in your photo, but clothing must follow school dress code and your must have their written permission
  • Photos must be original work by you
  • Editing is allowed
  • No picture taking during the school day
  • You may use a photo taken in the past
  • Pictures taken on a phone are accepted and must be in jpeg format
Students in the yearbook elective will be selecting the photos that best capture our theme of HIS. Selected photos will be displayed on a special page in the yearbook.

Click here for flyer.
K-5th Grade Elementary Talent Show April 5th!
We are looking forward to seeing our students shine for Him! Don't miss this fun, family event!

Before School and After School Mariners Institute of the Art Classes Continue
Please email Victoria Boler at vboler@marinerscs.org with questions.
 elementaryhighlightsElementary Highlights 
5th Grade Walks Through the American Revolution
Our 5th grade explored some of the famous events, historical figures, and relevant vocabulary of the American Revolution this week. Through dramatic activities, students became famous men and women of this time in history helping them understand the importance of American liberty and patriotism.
Elementary Chapel
For The Birds (1080p) (Pixar Short Films)
For The Birds (1080p) (Pixar Short Films)
To further illustrate the Lions' Pact key value of "Include," the students watched the short Pixar film "For the Birds." They shared thoughts about how the flock of little birds acted when a larger bird of another type wanted to join them on their telephone wire. The power of our words or actions can bring life or death to others figuratively, but as we look towards Easter, we learned the power of one voice in a crowd called out for others to join in the chant of "Crucify Him," resulting in Jesus' death on the Cross. The 3 minute video would be fun to watch as a family for further conversations. 

Family Question: How do we use the power of our tongue to include others in a welcoming way?
intheknowIn The Know
Change in Parking Availability for Parents

As always, the safety of our students is a high priority. To increase safety during morning drop-off, staff park will now park in our parking lot against the field. This will keep parents from pulling in and out of those spots (across the student path of travel) while students are arriving).

To compensate for this, staff will not park on Fischer Avenue along our property, leaving these spaces available for parents.

IMPORTANT REMINDER TO PARENTS: During morning drop off, please do not drop off students in the street or while parked on the street. You may park in the parking lot or you may park along Fischer Avenue, but you must accompany your student into the school. Parents must park and walk student(s) into school if you are not using the designated drop-off areas. There is NO STUDENT DROP OFF in parent parking areas. We cannot have students crossing the car path of travel without being accompanied by an adult.

Please see the enclosed diagram for details. If you have questions, please contact Keven Kroehler at kkroehler@marinerscs.org.  Thank you for your partnership.
New Law to Go Into Effect July 1, 2019
There have been recent changes to school entry immunization requirements that go into effect July 1, 2019. We are sharing these changes with you so that you may work with your child's healthcare provider to make sure your child is vaccinated (California Code of Regulations Title 17, Division 1, Chapter 4.) There has been the addition of a second Varicella vaccine requirement for entry into elementary school at Transitional Kindergarten (TK)/Kindergarten (K) and/or seventh grade, administered by a licensed California Healthcare Practitioner.

Grade                   Number of Doses Required of Each Immunization
TK/K-12 Admission 4 Polio 5 DTaP 3 Hep B 2 MMR 2 Varicella
7th-12th Grade 1 Tdap



7th Grade Advancement 2 Varicella 1 Tdap



California schools are required by law to check the immunization records for all new student admissions at TK/Kindergarten through 12th grade and all students advancing to 7th grade before entry. Students meeting all immunization requirements will be unconditionally admitted to school. Students may also be unconditionally admitted if they have a permanent medical exception in accordance with Section 6051. Your child may receive the necessary vaccines from his/her primary care practitioner or pharmacy. It is important to get your child vaccinated early so there will be no issue with school entry. Please make sure you bring your child's vaccine record to the school so it may be on file. Should you have questions, please contact the MCS Health office or your child's health care provider. 
Choice Lunch

Please remember to order Choice Lunch for your student(s) for March and April. Thanks so much! www.choicelunch.com.
All Lost and Found Items Donated the Last School Day of the Month

Please note that lost and found items will be donated at the end of the school day on Friday, March 29th. Please take a moment to look for your lost items periodically.
Volunteers Needed!

Looking for a great way to volunteer that can  fit your schedule? Lost and found distribution would love your help. There are lots of items wanting to find their owners! Please contact Jen Crowell at jcrowell@marinerscs.org for more information. 
happybirthdayHappy Birthday & Spirit Rock Fun!

 If you would like to share you rock design and special person in E-News, please email a photo to nenglish@marinerscs.org.  Thank you!

March

Jené Streeter 3/4
Angie Nakamoto 3/19
Bing Liu 3/21
Karri Meyer 3/21
Barbara O'Brian 3/24
Sara Lunsford 3/26
Kimberly Wilson 3/26
Rick Contreras 3/31

April

Heather Harrison 4/3
Paulette Seaman 4/7
Morgan Knight 4/11
Lisa Bahadoor 4/12
Chris Carpenter 4/16
Susan Conners 4/26
Natalie English 4/26




This list is provided to you by our Parent Teacher Fellowship.
Movie Recommendation: Faith, Hope & Love
Our Outdoor Director Jennifer Crowell wanted to share about an amazing Christian Family movie produced by a friend of hers coming out next weekend. 
Faith, Hope & Love is coming to theaters the weekend of March 15,16 and 17!  In order for the movie to stay in theaters it has to do well the first weekend, otherwise the theaters will stop showing it.  Tickets are available now for purchase online at https://fhl.movie
middleschoolenewsMiddle School E-Newsletter

  H I S
"The earth is [ His]  and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it." Psalm 24:1 NIV
03.08.19
Congratulations Winter Athletes
Congratulations to our 7th Grade Boys Basketball Team for winning the CALOC Division 2 Championship!
...and to our 8th Grade Girls Volleyball Team for making it to the Championship game!
We Love Our Church Leaders!
Pastors Chapel Invite & Parent Letter Sent Home Today
We are looking forward to having our local church leaders join us for a chapel with our students on Monday, March 25. Our students have been given an invitation to hand deliver to the youth/children's pastor, small group leader, or church volunteer that makes a spiritual impact in their life. 

Please see the attached parent letter and downloadable copy of the invitation, or there are more invitations available at the front desk. 
4th-8th Difference Maker Application Deadline March 13th
Dear MCS Parents of 4th-8th graders -

It is with great delight that we are announcing that the application window is now open for our 4th-8th graders to apply for a Difference Maker grant to help them with seed funding and mentorship in order for them to launch a Difference Maker project in the 2019-20 school year. The application requires a teacher recommendation, and students are encouraged to provide ample time for teachers to thoughtfully complete the recommendation. The application is attached, will be shared on Schoology Latest & Greatest for our MCS middle school students, and hard copies are available in the front lobby info area.

Please take note of the timeline for the Difference Maker application process & program:
  • February 15, 2019 - Difference Maker Grant Applications are open to all 4th-8th grade students to complete and return by the application deadline (March 13, 2019).
  • March 13, 2019 - Application deadline
  • March 14 - April 19 - Application review window; students may be contacted for an interview to discuss their proposals
  • Late April - Grant recipients announced
  • May 9 - Difference Maker EXPO at Open House - 2018-19 grant recipients host a table to share about their projects and 2019-20 grant recipients host a table to share about the projects they will be launching in the 2019-20 school year
  • May date TBD - parent meeting to discuss the timeline for rolling out the projects in the 2019-20 school year
If you have any questions about the Difference Maker Grant Application process please feel free to reach out at abray@marinerscs.orgWe are looking forward to seeing how God will use our students through the 2019-20 Difference Maker Grant Program. Our desire is that our students would bravely pray that God would break their hearts for what breaks His heart, and then step into being difference makers in that place.Please join us in praying that they would hear Him speak! 

Blessings, Ali Bray, Difference Maker Architect
Mariners Christian School
St. Patrick's Day Themed All School Dress Day March 15th
In celebration of St. Patrick's Day, all students may come to school wearing green and white and St. Patrick's Day themed attire on Friday, March 15th. Students may wear dress code approved blue jeans.

Themed Dress Guidelines: Students must wear specified colors/theme, or the MCS uniform must be worn. Hats appropriate to the theme are acceptable. No colored/dyed hair. Girls' shorts or skirts must be no shorter than 3 inches above the knee. All outfits must be neat, clean, modest, safe, and may not cause a distraction to the learning environment.
Attention 8th Grade Parents-Graduation Video Pictures Due March 20th 
One of the hallmark pieces of the graduation ceremony is the video that includes all graduates both at a young age and now. Parents are required to submit these photos to Mrs. Niles no later than March 20th. Information has been communicated regarding the details for submittal. To review this information again, CLICK HERE
TK-7th Grade Yearbook Dedications Due March 22nd

It's that time of year again! You have the opportunity to honor your TK - 7th grade child with a dedication in our annual yearbook. The focus of the written dedication is to affirm, bless, and honor your MCS child.

Here are the details:
  • Each dedication costs $20 for 1/8th of a page
  • Words only, no photos (We save the photo dedications for when your child is graduating.)
  • There is a limit of 80 words for your dedication. Please proofread your submissions.
  • Billing for the dedication will be through FACTS at a later date.
Please note that there is limited space for dedications, so make sure to submit your dedication early to guarantee that it will be included. Submissions will be accepted until all available spots are purchased. The final deadline for submissions is March 22nd. If you wish to purchase a dedication, please send your 80 word submission to: yearbook@marinerscs.org.

Thank you in advance for helping to make this yearbook a blessing to our students. If you have any questions please feel free to email us at yearbook@marinerscs.org

In Him,
Sam Brooks and Sharee Pfaff  - MCS Yearbook Advisers
No School Day - Friday, March 22nd
Professional Development for Staff

There is no school on Friday, March 22nd, due to a staff Professional Development day. 

Don't forget to attend the School House Rock Live, Jr. production on Friday evening, March 22nd, at 6PM. Click here for Friday tickets. See below for more details.
4th-8th Grade "HIS" Photos: Submission by March 29th
The MCS Yearbook team is looking for photos that best display our theme of "HIS"! All students in grades 4th-8th are invited to submit a photo to yearbook@marinerscs.org. Here are the details:
  • Only one photo per person
  • You may have people in your photo, but clothing must follow school dress code and your must have their written permission
  • Photos must be original work by you
  • Editing is allowed
  • No picture taking during the school day
  • You may use a photo taken in the past
  • Pictures taken on a phone are accepted and must be in jpeg format
Students in the yearbook elective will be selecting the photos that best capture our theme of HIS. Selected photos will be displayed on a special page in the yearbook.

Click here for flyer.
After-School Sports Safety Update
In an effort to keep our students safe and ensure proper supervision, MCS students may only attend after-school games when accompanied by a parent or authorized adult, with the exception of designated special events. Please note that any students remaining after third carpool will be directed to ASP, and students in ASP may not be released to watch after-school games unless a parent or authorized adult picks them up. Thank you for your partnership!
Winter Sports Practice & Game Schedules

To view the winter athletic practice and game schedules, click here.

COME OUT AND CHEER ON YOUR LIONS!


High School Information

Mater Dei High School: Please more information about entrance exam dates and admissions, click here.

Corona del Mar High SchoolUpcoming Open House/Incoming 9th Grade Parent Night - DATE CHANGE:   New date is: Wednesday, March 27th begins at 5:30PM. If you have questions, please contact Julie Rahmatulla at 949.515.6037.

Newport Harbor High School:  New Sailor Families Invited (for incoming Freshmen) - Open House on Monday, March 25th , from 6:00-8:00PM in the Main Gym. Contact 949.515.6300 if you have questions.  Food Trucks in the parking lot between 4:00 and 8:00 PM. 

Pacifica Christian High School:  Click here to register for an upcoming Open House Event or schedule your visit here . Contact Sarah Parsons, Director of Admissions, with questions at sparsons@pacificaoc.org .
 
Early College High School: Questions, call 714.424.7990 for details. Located at:  2990 Mesa Verde Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626.
 
Orange Lutheran High School: To view OLu's UPDATED AND UPCOMING Shadow Days , CLICK HERE. You are cordially invited to attend OLu's Spirit of Spring Concert featuring Jazz Band, String Ensemble, Orchestra and several Choirs. It will be held on Sunday, March 3rd, at 2PM, in the Alexandra Mechita Center for the Arts. An invitation to attend "Hairspray - The Broadway Musical" April 11, 12, 13, and 14. To purchase your tickets, visit: lhsoc.org/arts or call 714.282.4699.
 
JSerra Catholic High School: Questions, please contact Chris Harrington at charrington@jserra.org.

Crean Lutheran High School: Summer Youth Camps. Visit clshs.org/youthcamps for more information.   Contact Mrs. Tara Mathis at mathis@clshs.org or at 949.387.1199, ext. 2417.