2015-2016 National Honor Society Inductees
Congratulations to the 2015-2016 National Honor Society Inductees!!!
The 2015-2016 Prince of Peace Christian School National Honor Society Induction Ceremony was held
Wednesday
morning, April 13, in the Fine Arts Center. The current officers conducted the ceremony. Congratulations to our newly inducted members!
The National Honor Society (NHS) is the nation's premier organization established to recognize outstanding high school students. More than just an honor roll, NHS serves to recognize students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of scholarship, leadership, service, and character. These characteristics have been associated with membership in the organization since its beginning in 1921.
Today, it is estimated that more than one million students participate in NHS activities. NHS chapters are found in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, many U.S. territories, and Canada. Chapter membership not only recognizes students for their accomplishments, but challenges them to develop further through active involvement in school activities and community service.
2015-2016 Officers: (l to r)
Sophia Pecorari (Chaplain),
Emily Moussa (Secretary),
Eli Mensing (President),
Claire B
arter
(Treasurer), and
Peyton Babbe
(Vice President)
2015-2016 Inductees:
Sunghyun Baek
Nelka Pearl Bailey
Alene Narine Basmadjian
Cade Steven Bateman
Audrey Madison Bullock
Holden Alexander Campbell
Madison Erin Eden
Aubre Anna Ferguson
Erin Marie Franckhauser
Jackson Davis Garrett
Zachary Campbell Gerhard
Kiree Frances Gove
Justin Carter Gregg
Sarah Hung
Suraj Janakiraman
Morgan Katelyn Jones
Taylor Kimiko Karrmann
Mona Caroline Ahmad Kurdi
Micah Adrianna Mays
Elijah Nichols Murphy
Sydney Marie Price
Sarah Rachel Robert
Maxwell James Rothschiller
Sogand Saadat
Hannah Mae Sandlin
Samuel Yuan Schlossin
Isabelle Rae Skidmore
Jaehyeong Son
Elijah David Taylor
Brendan Cole vonBehren
Benjamin Vu
Taylor Margaret Waldron
John Charles Houston Weed
Jintao Yuan
Congratulations to all the inductees on their hard work and this very prestigious recognition!
We would also like to thank
Dr. Givens on his leadership and coordination
of the POPCS National Honor Society!
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Dr. Jeremy Lowe Named High School Principal at POPCS
Welcome to Dr. Jeremy Lowe and Family!
We are very pleased to announce that Dr. Jeremy Lowe has accepted Prince of Peace Christian School's position of High School Principal. He will begin at POPCS on July 1, 2016.
Dr. Lowe comes to us from Vail Christian High School in Edwards, Colorado, where he served as the Head of School/CEO. He received his undergraduate education at Jamestown College in Jamestown, North Dakota, with a double major in English and Physical Education, a minor in coaching, and an emphasis in secondary education. Dr. Lowe's Colloquy and Master's Degree in Educational Administration is from Concordia University in Irvine, California. In 2016, he earned his Doctorate in Education Leadership with an emphasis in Educational Technology from the University of Phoenix.
Dr. Lowe is married to Mandy, and they have three children: Rachel, age 11; Zachary, age 9; and Matthew, age 6.
In working with students and their families, Dr. Lowe desires to be a significant part of their lives and share the love and grace of Jesus Christ. Dr. Lowe looks forward to serving the Prince of Peace Christian School community.
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PTF Spring Carnival
 Sandy Lake Amusement Park
Sunday, April 24, 2-5 p.m.
$10 in advance, $15 at the door
*Tickets will be available online beginning the week of April 4,
until noon on Tuesday, April 19,
or in the school office until 4:00 p.m. on Friday, April 22.
Balloon Artist + Face Painter Dunking Booth, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Raffle Items:
Every ticket purchased receives a raffle ticket. Anyone wearing a POPCS shirt at the carnival
receives a raffle ticket. Additional tickets
are available in all three school offices or on the day of the carnival.
$1/Chance ticket
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Millennium Falcon Lego Set & $50 gift certificate to Bricks + Mini-Figs
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Wear your spirit shirt to carnival and receive a free raffle ticket!
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Making Parenting a Priority:
POPCS Starts Study Group on Father-Daughter Relationships
All Are Invited!!!
A new men's morning Bible study/study group will begin Tuesday, April 26, at 7:15 a.m. in the Administration Board Room. All members of our POPCS family are invited to participate!
The group, led by chief advancement officer Patrick Carlove, will read and discuss the book, "Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters: 10 Secrets Every Father Should Know" by Dr. Meg Meeker. Covering two chapters per week, the study will last five weeks, ending on Tuesday, May 24.
Join Patrick and other Prince of Peace fathers as they examine ways to build strong bonds with their daughters as they age through adolescence into adulthood. This book is not just for fathers of teenagers, but for parents of children of all ages. "Offering an opportunity for our parents to come together as a social and support system as we raise Christian children is just one of the ways Prince of Peace benefits our students' spiritual, physical and academic growth," said Carlove. "I hope many dads will come out for this study."
For more information, or to request a copy of the book, contact
Patrick Carlove or at 214-995-9407 and plan to join us on Tuesday, April 26!
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POPCS Talent Show
TRY-OUTS -
NEXT TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY - April 19 & 20
Get out your ukulele and show us your talent!
Mark Your Calendars for the Talent Show - Saturday, May 7
POP'S GOT TALENT !
Try-outs -
April 19 & 20 (Look for posters in the hallways for all the details)
Open to all Middle School & High School Students!
Mark the Date: Talent Show
Saturday, May 7 @
7:00 p.m.
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TOMORROW! You won't want to miss this!
PTF Invites You to
A
Ladies' Sip and Shop - April 16
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Announcement from the Eaglettes!
The 2016-2017 Eaglettes Announced!
Congratulations to the students that have been named to be a part of the
2016-2017 POPCS Eaglettes Drill Team.
A 2-day clinic was recently held for High School girls to
learn the tryout routine.
They performed on April 8 and were evaluated by 2 judges with
extensive dance and dance team experience.
Next school year's team is comprised of 13 returning Eaglettes and 2 new dancers.
The 2016-2017 Eaglettes Officers and Drill Team members are:
Saundra Robert - Captain
Sophie Barter - Co-Captain
Aubre Ferguson - 1st Lieutenant
Maddie Eden - Chaplain
Victoria Romanczyk - Historian
Annie Vaughan - Historian
Alene Basmadjian
Nelka Bailey
Caroline Kurdi
Sarah Robert
Imani Etherly
Olivia Martin
Anika Angi
Emma Castro
Aly Cook
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| 2016-2017 Eaglettes Captain Saundra Robert and Co-Captain Claire Barter |
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POPCS PHOTO SCRAPBBOK: 2016 TAPPS
Congratulations to our POP students
who participated at the
2016 TAPPS State Academic/Fine Arts Competition in Waco!
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2015 POPCS Yearbook, The Big Picture, Takes Home Multiple Awards!
Recognized at TAPPS and Balfour Publishing
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| The 2015 POPCS student yearbook staff! |
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| Cover of the 2015 POPCS Student Yearbook |
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POPCS' 2015 yearbook, "The Big Picture" placed 4th in the TAPPS State competition in March. This is the first time the POPCS yearbook has placed in the 4A category and the first state award in 6 years!
The same yearbook earned Honorable Mention in the Balfour Publishing's Yearbook book. This puts Prince of Peace Christian School and our yearbook in the top 10% of over 75,000 schools yearbooks that Balfour publishes across the country!
Kudos to the 2015 POPCS Yearbook staff: Peyton Babbe, Claire Barter, Erin Franckhauser, Karlie Guta, Tyler Hahn, Natalie Hardin, Daniel Herrin, Celeste McKeel, Alyssa Mykeloff, Dan Pfiel, Alex Reitinger, Kara Stark, Tyler Thompson, and Alana Watts!
Congratulations to last year's student yearbook staff and to Mrs. Barnum for a job well done!
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PHOTO BOOK: Middle School Social
This year's Middle School Social brought out all the "photo hams and photo bombers alike!!" No "selfies" here - they enjoyed being together and getting everyone into the picture!
Yes, they ought to be in pictures and they are!!
A very special thank you to the incredible parent volunteers and wonderful Middle School teachers who made the evening so special!
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POPCS Auction Package Update: The Little Mermaid
Middle School Students Go Under the Sea and Backstage!
POPCS Middle School students, Alex Knights, Georgia Leonard, Aditi Velkar and Madison Engles, got to attend a weekday performance of The Little Mermaid at the Dallas Music Hall in Fair Park recently. This special day was an auction item on the Teacher Board for the 2016 POPCS Denim & Diamonds Auction. The girls had lunch in Deep Ellum at Twisted Root Burger Co. and then attended the performance. Afterwards they went backstage to meet actor Adam Garst ,who played Flounder in the musical. Adam took them on a personal backstage tour and showed them the "magic" of the extravagant set. The fun day was completed by posing for photos with Adam.
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A BIG SHOUT-OUT to Prince of Peace Lutheran Church!
Church Provides Snacks for POPCS Staff Meeting
The POPCS staff and administration was treated to a real "treat" last week before the monthly POPCS Staff Meeting in the Fine Arts Center.
The Prince of Peace Lutheran Church staff surprised and provided a wonderful "make your own" Trail Mix Bar for our teachers and front office team.
The choices were abundant and judging by the smiles and long line - everyone enjoyed the delicious goodies!
We appreciate the church staff taking such good care of us and we thank you for keeping us happily snacking each month!
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IMPORTANT MESSAGE
PLEASE NOTE: Drop-Off & Pick-Up Traffic Reminders!
When bringing or picking up your child from school, follow all drop-off and pick-up procedures of the school.
Follow the directions of the school staff who are coordinating the loading and unloading of children in the designated drop-off and pick-up zones.
Do not use a cell phone when operating a motor vehicle on campus, including waiting in the drop off and pick up lines. Do not use your cell phone walking in and out of the school - we need everyone to stay alert.
The outer lane of the school parking lot is not a drop-off point. Please use the designated drop-off route.
SLOW DOWN. Obey the speed limit (20 MPH) when driving on campus.
Obey and pay attention to police officers and crossing guards who staff intersections along the designated school walking routes.
Remember you are not the only person dropping off or picking up your children. Strive to set a good example for those young eyes that watch and learn from the behavior and actions of parents, guardians and other adults in their lives.
We want to keep everyone safe on campus and we appreciate your participation in making this happen!
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POPCS SPORTS UPDATES
New Lights on the POPCS Baseball/Softball Field
One for our POPCS History Book!
A picture from the first baseball game with LIGHTS on the field!!!
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A NOTE FROM POPCS ATHLETIC DIRECTOR
Dear POPCS Families,
POPCS is blessed to have great facilities for our students and our athletic teams. At this time of the year, baseball, softball, track and soccer are all using the stadium for practice.
Due to this increased usage and the safety of all, we are asking that our parents restrict their usage between the hours of 2:45 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
This will allow the POPCS teams to have full access to the stadium and track as they enter this very important time of their seasons. Thank you for honoring this request.
Blessings,
Earl Garland
Athletic Director
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Upcoming POPCS Sporting Events
| Friday, April 15 |
V Track @ Liberty Christian Meet
V Baseball @ Shelton
V Softball Homer v Legacy
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9:00 A.M. 5:00 P.M.
6:00 P.M.
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| Saturday, April 16 |
Varsity Track hosts POPCS Meet at Midway |
9:00 A.M.
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Don't see your sport covered in the Eagle Express?
Be sure to send information on your POPCS sport teams to be considered for the Eagle Express! The Eagle Express is bi-weekly and submissions (complete story & photos) are due on Wednesday by Noon prior to the Friday distribution.
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Curt's Corner
WHEN PURSUING WHAT IS APPEALING
BECOMES DANGEROUS
"Seek first His kingdom and His righteousness and all these things will be added to you as well". Matthew
6:33
The story is told of a family and their discovery on a trip to Niagara Falls. It was in the spring of the year and large blocks of ice were rushing down the river on their way to the Falls. Frozen inside each block of ice were the carcasses of dead fish.
Swarms of gulls were also riding down the river on the blocks of ice feeding on the dead fish. As they reached the brink of the Falls, they would majestically spread their large wings, fly away and thus avoid imminent death.
The observation of this family also included a sad tragedy. There were some gulls that seemed to stay on the ice too long. They were so involved in feasting on the fish they didn't realize that their claws had become frozen into the ice. When they came to the brink of the Falls, they too spread their wings to fly away. They flopped and flopped. They did not have the strength to loosen their claws or lift the block of ice and so they plunged to their death at the foot of the Falls.
This little story reminds us that the most appealing things in our lives can quickly turn dangerous or even deadly if we become too attached to them. That's why Jesus reminds us to make sure that we keep our priorities straight. The world offers us all kinds of alternatives-pleasure, success, rewards, acceptance, honor, fulfillment-all of which are worthy goals to pursue. The problem comes when we hold on to things so tightly that they become our idol, our top priority. They become more important to us than our relationship with our God.
As we reflect on our Lord, we see His tremendous love for us through His life, death and resurrection. His greatest desire is for each of us to experience the New Life He has obtained for us-here and now as well as in all eternity. The forces of evil continue to tempt us with "dead fish" designed to entice us and eventually destroy us. That's why Jesus promised to send the Comforter, the Holy Spirit who wants to teach us all things and lead us to and in the Truth. Take time each day to read and meditate on His Word-the Truth.
Through the guidance and power of that Spirit, we are enabled to elevate our relationship with God to a position of highest priority. According to His promise, the other things-pleasure, acceptance, recognition, honor, fulfillment, etc. will also be experienced by us according to His plan and timing. Count on it. Remember, He has never broken any of His promises!
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Our Values
 
Click here for our values: WHO we serve, WHAT we do, WHY we do it, HOW we do it and WHO we are. MISSION STATEMENT Prince of Peace Christian School & Early Learning Center provides a Christ-centered exemplary education equipping students as disciples and leaders for service and success. COMPASSIONATE. COMPETITIVE. COMMITTED. |
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A Word From God
BIBLE VERSE FOR
2015-2016 SCHOOL YEAR
My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.
Psalm 73:26
The 2015-2016 POPCS School Theme
Let Go, Let God!
Christ is Enough!
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National Merit Scholarship Finalist,
Eli Mensing!
Congratulations to Eli Mensing on his recognition from the
National Merit Scholarship Program! Eli is advancing to a
Finalist standing in the National Merit Scholarship Program of 2016. The Certificate of Merit states that Eli demonstrates
through his distinguished performance high potential for future academic accomplishment!
Congratulations, Eli!
We are so proud of you!
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Do you have sporting equipment
your child has outgrown?
Do you want to donate it to a great cause?
BRING EQUIPMENT TO:
Collection boxes in High, Middle and
Lower School offices
DONATION DATES :
April 18-29, 2016
EXAMPLE DONATIONS:
Gently Used Uniforms
Shoes
Sports Balls
Bags
& MORE
WHEN IN DOUBT, GIVE!
All donations go to underprivileged youth in Fort Worth, and any equipment is better than no equipment!
Please email questions to Cory Steinmann
Thanks for helping Prince of Peace help other kids in need. Together we can make a difference and show how to give back to those in need.
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KEEP COLLECTING THOSE BOX TOPS
NOW AND ALL SUMMER LONG!!!!
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Would You Like to Get Involved in
Prince of Peace Athletics?
Eagle Booster Club Wants YOU!
The Eagle Booster Club's mission is to promote and support the Prince of Peace middle and high school athletic programs. We are sanctioned by the school and athletic department for all sports. We are looking for volunteers for the 2016-2017 school year. We have positions with both big and small responsibilities. We have openings for people to serve on the board, as well
as positions for people to coordinate and help sell POP merchandise, develop creative ideas for events, coordinate these events, fundraise, communicate board activities and needs to members, and promote school spirit through attendance at school sporting events.
Please prayerfully consider your potential calling to become a part of this great organization.
For more information, please contact:
Mike Mykeloff, Eagle Booster Club President 615.310.0522
Earl Garland (Athletic Director) or
Theresa Woddall (Associate Athletic Director).
Both Earl and Theresa can be reached at the school, 972.447.0532.
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| POPCS Family Night JOIN US & SUPPORT POPCS
April 26, 2016
Newk's Eatery
5960 West Parker Road - Plano
3:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
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|  POPCS Volunteer of the Month Nominations - Thank Someone Who Serves Our School!  The PTF Board would love your help in acknowledging our dedicated volunteers. Please let us know who you believe has done an outstanding job so we can award them properly! Throughout the year, each month, parents may nominate volunteers for their outstanding service. From those nominated, two volunteers will be chosen to receive the prestigious "POPCS Volunteer of the Month" sign in their yard! Please email Jenny Murley-Gonzalez with your nominations or you may place your vote in the decorated ballot box located in the Parent Place. Thank you for taking the time to nominate a deserving volunteer! |
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For pricing and private music lessons,
please visit The Arts School website.
For more information
contact the
Director of The Arts School,
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Eagles Landing School Store
Check out all the great spirit wear
items in the
Eagles Landing School Store!
Show that you are Eagle Proud!
School Store Hours
Morning Hours: Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.
Afternoon Hours: Monday - Thursday
3 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Cash or Check appreciated
Credit Cards Accepted
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START COLLECTING THOSE GIFT CARDS FOR YOUR SUMMER PURCHASES
TO SUPPORT POPCS!
WHAT IS THE
SHOP FOR POP PROGRAM?
SHOP FOR POP is an essential PTF fundraiser/gift card program in which retailers sell gift cards to POPCS at a 2% to 13% discount. Families buy these cards at face value and redeem them at face value. POPCS gets the difference in revenue. Just purchase the gift cards from the school to use at a favorite store or restaurant. Money earned is donated to the school for special projects. Past earnings have been used to fund bleachers and lights for the football field, as well as the current cafeteria campaign.
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| PROM DRESSES? WE HAVE SHOP FOR POP CARDS FOR DILLARD'S, JC PENNEY, MACY'S, NEIMAN MARCUS, ROSS, TJ MAXX, AND MARSHALLS |
HOW TO ORDER
SHOP FOR POP
ORDER IN-PERSON:
A selection of Shop for POP's top-selling cards is available for immediate purchase at the Shop for POP table during morning drop off. The cards can be purchased at the ticket/concession area in the Fine Arts Auditorium foyer.
ORDER ONLINE
SHOP FOR POP GIFT CERTIFICATES
Shop for POP Gift Certificates can be redeemed for any cards available. They can be purchased in any denomination and are great gifts for your favorite teacher!
CREDIT CARDS
We prefer ALL payments to be made with cash, check or PrestoPay; however, all cards will now be available for purchase with a credit card using the Credit Card Order Form.
FREE DRESS DAYS
When you spend $250 or more in a month, your children will enjoy a free dress day scheduled for the following month. A list of eligible families will be sent prior to the free dress day.
Complimentary coffee is available each morning from Shop For POP! Stop by and have a cup of Joe and stock up on Shop For POP cards to support our school.
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Do you have friends or family who are looking for a great school
to
send their children?
Invite them to join us for a
Discover POP Tour!
LAST DISCOVER POP TOUR FOR THIS SCHOOL YEAR
May 4, 2016 8:30 a.m.
The Discover POP Tour is a great opportunity to see the entire campus, meet school administrators and teachers,
and learn more about what
POPCS has to offer.
Please email Tori Rush, our Admissions Director, or call
972-598-1102 for more information.
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SCHOOL UNIFORMS! 
Risse Brothers 15048 Beltway Drive
Addison, Texas 75001
The store is located just west of
the Dallas North Tollway.
Store Hours:
Closed Sunday & Monday
Tuesday 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday - Saturday
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Phone: 972-231-2903
Fax: 972-231-2906
Customer Service Manager:
Jeannie Wilson - 972-231-2903
Online
www.rissebrothers.com
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Eagle Express Submission Information
 SHARE YOUR POP NEWS! Submit your stories and photos to the Eagle Express! Although space is limited, we will do our best to cover the information you provide! Submissions or schedule requests can be sent to Valerie Gabriel-Swenson at vgs@popcs.org Please note that photos need to be high resolution.. PLEASE NOTE: The Eagle Express is distributed on various dates on Fridays from August - May.
All submissions
must
be turned in by
2:00 pm
on the
Wednesday
prior
to the
broadcast
on Friday.
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Connect with the Leadership Team at POPCS!
You can also connect with us on Facebook through our
POPCS "Official" Alumni Facebook page!
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