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2014 Plano Star Courier Reader's Choice Awards
AND THE WINNER IS...
PRINCE OF PEACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
& EARLY LEARNING CENTER!
For the second year in a row,
Prince of Peace Christian School & Early Learning Center
has won the TOP Honor as the
BEST PRIVATE SCHOOL
Reader's Choice Award
2014 Star Local Media - Plano Star Courier
Our competition this year included;
Prestonwood Christian Academy, John Paul II High School, and
The Einstein School, all in Plano.
All schools featured on the ballot were nominated by Star Media readers throughout the month of November. The awards are then organized by publication (Plano Star-Courier in our case) so that each community has the opportunity to recognize outstanding businesses in their area.
Thank you Prince of Peace Christian community!
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POPCS FIRST Lego League Robotics (FLL)Team POPBOTICS - Wins 1st Place in Competition!
Coaches of the POPBOTICS, Wayne Dennis and Mark Campbell, is happy to announce that the
Prince of 
Peace Team, POPBOTICS!, participated in the First Lego League (FLL) Qualifier, January 6, at UME Preparatory Academy in Dallas.
The team, which includes POPCS students,
Walker Campbell, Michael Dennis, Nathan Lee,
Tejas Murugesh, Braden Smith, and
Nik Stringer, competed against 28 teams and finished 1st Place in the robot game. They also received high marks on their team project, entitled the "Mingo" math game.
The POPBOTIS with their 1st place win, will go on to participate in the North Texas FLL Regional Championship in February.
The POPBOTICS team wants to thank all of the parents, mentors, teachers, and experts for all their support and encouragement.
POPCS is so proud of each of you! GO POPBOTICS!
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Our POPCS Haiti Mission Team is on their way to
Port-au-Prince!
Teachers, Students, and Alumni come
together to serve others
Please keep our POPCS Haiti Mission Team in your prayers over the next several days. They are going to continue to build relationships with Good Shepherd Lutheran Church and School in Port-au-Prince.
The blog link is posted below. You can follow them on their travels and read about how God is working in so many lives. They will be updating their blog during their trip so check it often!
When they arrive the team will also meet up with POPCS graduate
Nicole Russell and her husband who are already in Haiti.
http://poptravels.blogspot.com/
POPCS Haiti Mission Team Members
Adult Leaders
Former POPCS teacher and current East-West missionary Linda Isbell, POPCS teacher, Nick Weiss,
and POPCS teacher, Joe Littlejohn
Current POPCS Students
Katelyn Hidalgo, Alex Reitinger,
Madelyn Sosinski, Karlie Guta, and Lauren Barry
POPCS Alumni
Courtney Newhouse, and Nicole Russell
(and her husband Jhud Celiscar)
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POPCS Second Grade Student, Lindsey Hardwick, and her family featured on
Fox 4 Christmas Eve Church Service Story
What a wonderful story! Lindsey certainly knows the
meaning and beauty of Christmas!
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DON'T STOP BELIEVING: AUCTION 2015 NEWS!
Mark your calendar for Saturday, February 28, 2015, to celebrate with The Spazmatics at the 26th Annual POPCS Auction!
"Don't Stop Believing"
For a sneak peak of The Spazmatics live at SXSW, click here!
Auction Gift Gathering is Underway!
Check below for the top two leaders in each division.
High School: Red and Blue
Middle School 3rd Periods: Baker and Lang
ELC/Lower School: Mech and Blum
Look in the hallways next week for the updated participation charts!
What is Auction Gift Gathering?
An opportunity for POPCS families to support our largest annual fundraiser - the school auction. This year's 80's themed event "Don't Stop Believing" is February 28, 2015, at the Marriott Legacy. Everyone is encouraged to gift gather; with celebrations planned for HS, MS, LS and ELC student groups with the highest level of participation.
Items donated by POPCS families are auctioned in the online, silent, or live auction. All POPCS families are encouraged to participate. Please remember that Auction Item Gathering is in addition to the amazing class projects that are being put together by each class.
What should I donate?
All donations need to be NEW items. If you aren't sure what to donate or what will do well in the auction, keep in mind SHOP FOR POP CARDS are always welcomed! We cannot receive "gently used items" - all items must be NEW.
Remember... You don't have to purchase items to donate! Ask your favorite restaurant, retailer, or service provider to make a donation or supply a gift certificate for their services! The Auction's Sign up Genius provides a list of potential donors / merchants. You can sign up to ask any of these merchants to donate to the auction. Simply visit www.popcs.org/giving/auction.cfm.
How do I make an Item Gathering donation?
If you are donating an item or gift certificate, fill out the Auction Item Gathering Donor Contract - Click Here and place the item at the reception desk. If you are donating a SHOP FOR POP CARD, fill out the Cash or Shop for POP Donation Form - Click Here. Attach your check and place in an envelope marked "Auction Donation" to drop in the box in the Parent Place.
What are the class incentives?
ELC - Class with the highest participation
Will receive POPCS Spirit Wear
Lower School - Class with the highest participation
Ice Cream Parlor Food Truck Experience
Middle School - 3rd Period with the highest participation
FREE dress WEEK February 23-27
High School - Color group with the highest participation
Half day off on April 17 with restaurant gift certificate
Promote your Business to POPCS Families!
Promote your business to the POPCS community by advertising in the Auction Program! Several levels of sponsorship are available. It's affordable advertising and a way to get your company in front of over 600 POPCS families. Advertising packages are also available that include yearbook ads.
Click here for Advertising and Sponsorship Contract
REMEMBER ONLINE AUCTION BIDDING IS FEBRUARY 16 THROUGH FEBRUARY 23!
For all of your auction needs, click here.
Watch and Share the 2015 Auction Videos!
NEW! POPCS Goes Back to the Future
Cheers - Where Everybody Knows Your Name
Don't Stop Believing
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ATTENTION ALL 5th Grade PARENTS!
Rising 6th Grade Breakfast
Wednesday, January 21, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. in the Fine Arts Center
Congratulations! Your son or daughter will soon make a very important transition into the world of middle school! Making the jump from lower school to middle school is a big leap, and we are here to help you and your child successfully make the transition.
Please join us for a light breakfast and an informative meeting about
Middle School at Prince of Peace.
Patrick Carlove, Middle School Principal, will introduce you to
"The Three Ps" and guide you through some things to expect in the
coming years.
Betsy Graham, Middle School Curriculum Coordinator, will discuss the academic program and curriculum offerings available to middle school students at POPCS.
You will also have the opportunity to meet students, parents, and teachers who will be available to answer any questions you may have.
RISING 6TH GRADE BREAKFAST SCHEDULE
Students should report to class by 8:15 a.m. as usual.
8:00 - 8:30 a.m. - Coffee and light breakfast available for parents
in the FAC Lobby
8:30 a.m. - Program begins in the FAC Auditorium
Teachers will bring students to the Auditorium to join parents for the program at 8:30 a.m.
Register Now!
Click here if you can't make it.
We look forward to seeing you! Please contact the Middle School Office or Tori Rush, Director of Admissions, tori.rush@popcs.org if you have any questions.
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 Snowflake Ball
Preschool - Grade 5
POPCS Annual Daddy-Daughter Dance
Hosted by the POPCS Varsity Cheerleaders
Enjoy a night of
Dancing, Drinks, Desserts, & much more!
Who: You and your Daddy or Special Guest
When: Saturday, February 7, from 7-9 p.m.
Where: POP Fellowship Hall
Pricing: $30 per couple and $10 per additional child
Pictures will be available to purchase at the dance.
Snowflake Princess Package $20: One 8x10, Two 5x7, Two 4x6
& Four Wallets
Online Registration is open until Friday, February 6
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POP Alumnus, David Bloom, Part of Basketball Team at Texas A&M Corpus Christi!
David Bloom, POPCS class of 2013 , is part of the basketball team for Texas A&M Corpus Christi! The Division 1 team is in the Southland Conference! David is a walk-on this season with the Basketball Team at Texas A&M Corpus Christi. David was recommended to the assistant coach not only for his basketball skills, but also because of his hard work and dedication. David tried out with Texas A&M Corpus Christi ,three weeks before school started, and transferred from the University of Arkansas after making the team. Congratulations, David - We are so proud of you!
POP Graduate and Former Students
Begin Medical School Together!
Cyrus (Bardiya) Eelani (Class of 2010), Leah (Lindley) Shell, and Jonathan Hardy, all former POP students, started medical school together last summer at the
Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine in Fort Worth.
Both Leah and Jonathan attended POPCS and Bardiya graduated from POP in 2010!
POP Alumnus, Brett Moore, talks to HS Technology Classes on his college major, Game Design!
POP alumnus, Brett Moore (Class of 2013) came to talk to the high school technology classes about his passion and college major-Game Design.
Brett is currently a sophomore at the prestigious
Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD.)
Brett wanted to "pay it forward" for current POP students and encourage them to follow their dreams. He suggested to the students to reach out to others that, at first glance, may appear "different." "Don't give up your ideals, but don't dismiss others because they are different. Brett feels that when you can look past a quirky feature in a person and not judge them, you have the opportunity meet some very interesting creative people. Brett noted, "We all need people to support us, so don't isolate yourself because they are different from who you know from POP."
Brett began as a comic artist. He found his true passion and a way to financially support himself when he entered the realm of game design.
Brett shared samples of his work, including a 3-D logo design he developed for the Minnesota Vikings football team, and he allowed the students to play with a video game he designed. "The good news is, you don't have to learn code to design video games," exclaimed Brett! "Don't get me wrong, there is a place for coders, but if you are interested in game design but don't "love numbers," this can still be an exciting path for you!"
Thanks Brett for sharing your experience with our students!
They enjoyed being encouraged to DREAM BIG!
POPCS Alumni Weekend
What a great alumni weekend! It was wonderful to see so many familiar faces on campus!
Lots of catching up and FUN!
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2015 National Lutheran Schools Week
FOR LOWER SCHOOL STUDENTS
January 26-31
For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve and to give his life as a ransom for many. - Mark 10:45
Monday - POP In Day
Older Students POP In to Read Stories to Younger Students
Tuesday - POP Up Day
Students Pop Up to the Next Grade Level
Wednesday - POP Corn Day
Students Have a POP Corn Party and Wear Corny/Silly Hats or Socks
Thursday - POP "Souper Bowl"
Each Student Brings a Can of Soup to Chapel to Donate to Local Food Pantries
Friday - POP Star Day
Students Wear POP Spirit Wear
NOTE: The graphic above, chosen for the National Lutheran Schools Week, is of our own POPCS students.
This graphic is being used nationally to represent
2015 national Lutheran Schools Week.
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Reading Rescue:
Loving Labrador, Maddie, and POPCS parent,
Jane Nolan Help POPCS Kids Learn Literacy
During the month of December, each Lower School class attended a special library presentation about therapy dogs. Mrs. Jane Nolan, POPCS parent, presented the program and brought along a special visitor, Maddie, who is a Reading Education Assistance Dog (R.E.A.D.).
In January, Maddie and Taryn (also a R.E.A.D.) began working with students in first and second grades in the Eagles' Nest Reading Program.
Dogs are ideal reading companions because they listen attentively, are not judgmental and allow children to proceed at their own pace.
When a dog is listening, the environment is transformed, a child's dread is replaced by eager anticipation and learning occurs.
The R.E.A.D. program was recently featured in a video on Petsmart Charities website.
Click here to read the article from Petsmart Charities!
The POPCS Eagles' Nest students LOVE Maddie and Taryn!
Thanks Mrs. Nolan for bringing them to POPCS!
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NHS Toys for Tots Service Project
In December, the National Honor Society collected more than 100 toys for Toys for Tots! They dropped the toys off at the Walgreens on Park in an effort to give to children in our community.
High School students that participated in the NHS project include: Landon Dutra, Ia Arndorfer, Marin Mosman, Brandon Lund, Lydia Dong, Bryce Fuller, and Madelyn Sosinski Pack 701 Cub Scouts braved the cold to clean Shoal Creek on December 6 for their Pack service project! 
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POPCS Families & Technology Series
PART 2: Developing Responsible Technology Users
The last Eagle Express featured the first installment of our new series on technology and the family. In an effort to help our POPCS family community raise children who are responsible and productive technology users, we will be sharing a variety of resources and information. Our hope is that this information will address current issues and trends surrounding technology use and children.
Please check out the link below:
Part Two of Mr. Del Balso's blog series.
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Nurturing the Nest
POP Parent Column
A Team Effort
by Megan Krizan
My family has a very set, tight running morning routine. This was NOT always the case. I remember when my eldest daughter was 5 and had just begun Kindergarten. Going to school 5 days a week was new to her and was a shock to her system. We had a drive, and if we didn't get in the car by 7:20, traffic ate us alive. I had it all planned out. Up at 6:30, get dressed, eat, brush hair and teeth, and go. By the third week of school my plans had fallen apart, and our mornings had become chaos. My daughter was unhappy, and I was frustrated and angry. I kept trying new ideas. I would tweak the routine to try and make it better, smoother, and more appealing to my daughter. Nothing was working. Finally it dawned on me. WE had a problem, but I was doing all the work.
You see, we as parents have the habit of taking on all of the responsibility for trying to figure out solutions for all of the problems in our families. We forget that we are not the only ones experiencing the problems and there are lots of minds available full of wonderful ideas. When we stop and include our children in the problem solving process, we help them learn about facing and solving problems, and they take greater ownership in following through with the decisions that are made. It can also be a way to bring everyone closer together.
So, I decided that I would ask my daughter for her help with our morning dilemma. After school one day, when we were both calm and had plenty of time, I introduced the 5 steps to team problem solving.
Step 1: I invited my daughter to share her point of view about the problem. In this step my only job was to listen and communicate that I understood how she was feeling. I didn't have to agree with her or defend myself. Just listen and reflect her feelings and show understanding. Once she felt heard, she was ready to listen.
Step 2: I got to share my feelings and concerns in a way that was not attaching. Saying, "YOU are doing this" and "YOU are doing that", just makes people defensive. Instead I used "I statements," such as, "I am feeling frustrated with how long it is taking to get ready."
Step 3: I invited my daughter to brainstorm ideas for a new morning routine with me. I let her share every idea she could think of. Then I shared all of my ideas.
Step 4: This one goes with step three. As she shared her ideas, I wrote every one of them down without evaluating them. Even ideas I knew would not work ("I want to lay in bed for 10 minutes while you scratch my back and then I'll get up"). If I picked apart her ideas as she was sharing them, I would stop her willingness to share. The process would stop and we would be stuck. So I wrote them all down, and then I wrote down all of mine.
Step 5: We used the list to find a way to compromise. Some ideas we both liked and kept, some were tossed out completely, and some were changed to work for both of us. We turned our separate ideas into ones we both could agree with. She even got 5 minutes of back scratching from me as she woke up instead of 10. As it turned out, that little bit of time was the transition that she needed from waking up to moving that made
all of the difference.
 I was surprised at how well it worked. After 10 or 15 minutes of problem solving, we had a plan. My daughter was invested in it, and the next morning went beautifully, as did all of the mornings after that. We have had hiccups here and there, but we just go take out our original plan and problem solve again. Our routine has slowly changed over time, but some things have stayed the same. And it still works (and she still gets that back scratch.)
Nurturing the Nest is written by Megan Krizan, a Licensed Professional Counselor, Registered Play Therapist, and POPCS parent. She works with young children, adolescents, and teens, as well as whole families. One of her favorite things is helping parents with their toughest job... being parents! If there is a topic you are interested in hearing more about, please feel free to e-mail Megan at megan@novacestacounseling.com.
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POP Sports Update
JV and Varsity Girls Basketball Team Updates:
Big Heart, Big Dreams!
The POPCS Girls Basketball Team is turning heads and breaking records. After a challenging non- district schedule, the Lady Eagles' current record stands at 13-11 and 3-0 in district play. The team is lead by
Cori Schnell (Jr) who has a total of 604 points this season and leads all DFW private school players with a 25.1 ppg average. Carolyn Sosinski (Sr) leads the team with 189 rebounds. The Lady Eagles have four players listed in the Dallas Morning News Area Stat Leader board for average points, Rebounds, 3 points and assists. To get access to this information, click here.
Alana Watts (Jr), Chloe Bibler (Fr), and Kyra Ailey (Jr) provide the team with tenacious defense and laser shooting. Kayla Mykeloff (Sr) and
Maddie Gerhard (Jr) add strong rebounding and big minutes. The following Junior Varsity players are adding valuable minutes and support for the varsity squad: Kalena Valtierra (Soph), Tess Song (Soph), Alyssa Mykeloff (Soph), Elyce Fry (Fr), and Anika Erickson (Fr).
The Lady Eagles came in second place in the Nolan Catholic Christmas Tournament by beating Alvarado High School 63-37 with Cori Schnell scoring a career high 45 points. In the second contest the Lady Eagles defeated Saginaw High School 51-48 but fell short to Greenhill in the Tournament Championship game. Head Coach David Lumpkins said,
"I'm extremely proud of the passion with which our girls play.
It shows on the court."
The Lady Eagles JV team is 6-5 overall and 3-0 in district play. Players include: Olivia Lloyd (Jr), Elyce Fry (Fr), Kalena Valtierra (Soph), Tess Song (Soph), and Alyssa Mykeloff (Soph).
The Lady Eagles are off to a good start in district and are gearing up for All Saints today, January 16, and a Dallas Christian showdown,
Tuesday, January 20 at Dallas Christian.
Come out and support our Lady Eagles!
POPCS Middle School Boys Basketball Update
The 2014/15 Boys basketball teams are pleased to welcome 28 boys to the D1 and D2 squads this season. Coach Henke and Coach Wright are joined by Coach Kyle Lonquist this season as we continue to grow our MS athletic programs.
This year's D1 team is off to a 15-0 start and the team has lofty goals for themselves after a stellar (21-5) season last year. The D2 boys are coming together as a team and have a 4-4 record so far this season.
The D1 boys started the season with a hard fought win against Cistercian and followed that with wins against St. John's, Shelton and Greenhill. The D1 boys traveled to Houston to participate in the Trinity Klein Tournament on December 12th and 13th. After winning their opening game on Friday, the boys won 4 more games on Saturday closing out the tournament with a win against the well - rested hosts Trinity Klein in the championship game. This is the first POPCS boys team to win the tournament since it began in 2000. Both the D1 and D2 boys closed out 2014 with wins against Levineon, December 15. After the Christmas break and two more victories, the D1 boys played in the Providence Tournament. The boys won this tournament with victories over
Providence, Shelton and Greenhill.
January will be a challenging month for the boys as they move into the heart of the conference schedules. Conference Playoffs begin on February 3, and the Lutheran Middle School State Tournament is February 14-16, in Houston. All the games and locations can be found on the school calendar.
Football Banquet
The POPCS Football banquet was held on Sunday, December 7.
The first picture of our POPCS Varsity team and second picture
is our senior players.
Thanks guys for an exciting season and
blessings to our seniors as they head off to college next fall!
Athletic Director Earl Garland Completes Certification for National Interscholastic Administrators Association
Congratulations to our POPCS Athletic Director, Earl Garland. He successfully passed the written examination and completed all the steps for his national certification with the National Interscholastic Administrators Association. He can now claim the designation of Certified Athletic Administrator.
Coach Garland joins the ranks of a very elite group of interscholastic athletic administrators nationwide to become certified.
POPCS is proud of you, Coach!
POPCS Football Parent Meetings
The 2015 Football kickoff meetings are scheduled and ready to go. This is a mandatory meeting for any young man interested in playing football for
POPCS. The student does not have to be there, but at least one parent needs to be in attendance. The following items will be covered in each meeting:
High School Football Meeting
Boys entering grades 9 - 12 for the 2015-16 school year
Fine Arts Center
Wednesday, January 21
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
- Spring Ball Practice Schedule
- June 7 on 7 Schedule
- TAPPS State 7 on 7 Tournament
- Summer Lifting and Conditioning Schedule
- Nebraska Football Camp
- Father / Son Float Trip
- Eagle Football Fundraising
- August Practice Schedule
- 2015 Varsity and Junior Varsity Game Schedules
- "Flipped Instruction"
- HUDL Video Access
Middle School Football Meeting
Boys entering grades 6-8 for the 2015-16 school year
Fine Arts Auditorium
Wednesday, January 28
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
- June Summer Camp
- Summer Lifting and Conditioning Schedule
- Father / Son Float Trip
- Eagle Football Fundraising
- August Practice Schedule
- 2015 Middle School Football Schedule
- "Flipped Instruction"
- HUDL Video Access
Mark Your Calendars for Key Upcoming Events!
January 30 - TAPPS Regional Swim Meet -
Mansfield High School - 10:00 a.m.
February 3 - Basketball, Drill, Cheer Teams Senior Night.
JVG 4:00 JVB 5:00 VG 6:15 VB 7:30.
Seniors will be honored between the Girls and Boys varsity games.
February 10 - Soccer Senior Night - VB 5:00 VG 7:00
Seniors will be honored between the Boys and Girls games.
February 21 - Drill Team at DFW Drill Championships,
Duncanville HS, 10:00 AM.
Please review the sports calendar found on the school website Athletics Page, www.popcs.org/athletics, for all the upcoming athletic events--including playoff games. Take the opportunity to come out and support your Eagles at the event(s) of your choice. You'll be glad you did.
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.
Questions? Contact Valerie Gabriel-Swenson at vgs@popcs.org
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Eagles' Wings Choir
Share the Joy of Christmas on their
local "Choir Tour!"
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5th Grade Musical, Angelgrams,
Shared the Christmas Story Beautifully!
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Epiphany Photos
The Kindergarten classes performed in chapel with special guest appearances by
Mr. Hahn and Mr. Del Balso!
Jesus is the Reason for ALL Seasons!
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Curt's Corner
RESOLUTIONS
By Curt Riske,
POPCS School Life Chaplain
"Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus." Philippians 2:5
At the beginning of a New Year, a new semester, a new period in our life, we are encouraged to make various resolutions. Resolutions are often quite challenging and too often are forgotten after some time and effort.
A well-known Christian author, Max Lucado, suggests that a great resolution could be one that is measured one day at a time. He writes, "What would your life be like, even for one day , if you were to think and act like Jesus, if His priorities governed your actions, His passions drove your decisions and His love directed your behavior? What would you be like? Would people notice the change in you? Would your family and friends see something new? Would your peers sense a difference? What about the less fortunate; would you treat them like you normally do? How about your friends; would they detect more joy? How about your enemies; would they receive more grace and mercy? And how would it effect you personally; your mood swings, your temper? Would you sleep better? Would you view life and death differently? Any chance you'd need fewer aspirins or sedatives? How about your reactions to traffic delays; when a promise is broken or when people don't do what you want them to do? Would you still dread what you are dreading or better yet, still do what you are doing? Pause and think about your schedule, obligations, engagements, outings and appointments. With Jesus fully in control, would any of those have to change? Keep working on this for a moment. Adjust the lens of your imagination until you have a clear picture of Jesus leading your life, then snap the shutter and frame the image, What you see is what God wants!"
"Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus."
If you are committed to live this way for a year, maybe for a month, or even for a week, you would be a transformed person. So my challenge is simple-just try it for one day-TODAY! You really can't fail-God will richly bless your success and readily forgive all your failures.
THAT'S TRANSFORMATION!
THAT'S RESOLUTION!
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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
"Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy-laden and overburdened, and I will cause you to rest.
I will ease and relieve and refresh your souls"
Matthew 11:28
SCHOOL THEME & BIBLE VERSE FOR
2014-2015 SCHOOL YEAR
The 2014-2015 POPCS School Theme is
"Reach Up, Reach Out"
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Top POPS on December 11 Kindergarten - Carter Baldwin
Top POPS on December 18
Top POPS on January 8
Kindergarten - Payton Gloster
Top POPS on January 15
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PTF January
Volunteers of the Month:
Britton Hoyt and Jane Nolan!
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Britton Hoyt
Britton has been involved with PTF since her son Hayden, now in second grade, and daughter Avery, now in K-Prep came to Prince of Peace in XXXX. She is a full time working mom who manages to find time to volunteer as much as she can. She is the New Family Coordinator this year and has helped out with several POP activities and class parties. She is very active in both her children's class and is always available to help out when needed.
Thank you Britton for all you do for POPCS!
Jane Nolan
The Nolan family joined the POPCS community last year. Jane is a sophomore POSSE rep, and is currently Co-Chair of the 80's themed "Don't Stop Believing" Auction, February 28, at the Marriott Legacy (She wants to make sure we put in this shameless plug - Buy your raffle and event tickets now!!).
Jane has had a great time getting to know the administration and students while working on the auction. She has enjoyed engaging students and putting together video clips and promotions for the auction including "Cheers," "Back to the Future," and "Don't Stop Believing." A highlight for her was the live debut of a POPCS Footloose" flash mob at a varsity basketball game. She is appreciative that the staff and students have been so amazing
with their talent, enthusiasm, and passion for these projects!
Since the late 8o's Jane has been a therapy dog handler. Her passion for therapy dogs and how they can enhance lives is evident as she volunteers in retirement homes,
rehab centers and hospitals with her beloved dogs. Most recently she was apart of a Reading Education Assistance Dog team with her
3 year- old Labrador Maddie, working with children through the POPCS Eagle's Nest program.
Originally from the Midwest, Jane and her husband,Mike, have been married for 19 years. Their daughter Sarah, 17, is a sophomore at POPCS, and their son Patrick, 15, is a freshman at Hebron High School.
The Nolan household is full of laughter with family, three Labradors, and a bearded dragon!
Did she mention?
Get your Auction Tickets NOW!
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POP Photos of the Week
These photos were taken by POP's High School Communication Design and Photography students. The Photo of the Week is open to any high school student, and a weekly submission is required from each of the Communication Design and Photography students. The CDP students evaluate their peers' work based on photo subject interest, photographic techniques used, cropping use, color, and title. The top 5 are displayed outside the high school office. Voting is open to everyone--all ages, parents, staff, visitors, etc. The photo with the highest number of votes is the winner for the week.
"Frost" by Isabelle Skidmore
"Victory" by Andrew Niemtschk
"The Tropical Angelfish Jungle" by
Milad Mansourian
"SnowMellows" by Marissa Johnson
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First Grade
President's Challenge
National Fitness Award Recipients
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Way to go!
Keep it up & keep moving!
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2014 Christmas Luncheon
What a Treat!
PTF hosts beautiful luncheon for administrators and teaching staff
The 2014 Christmas Luncheon hosted by PTF was held on Friday, December 5. Faculty and Staff enjoyed a delicious lunch from Maggiano's Little Italy.
It was a much appreciated break for everyone to relax and take a break from the hustle and bustle of their offices and classrooms.
Faculty and Staff were given beautiful Christmas ornaments from PTF and 9 lucky people took home the pretty Christmas arrangements.
Sara Hardwick, PTF Event Coordinator, would like to thank Lou Ann Brunenn, Britton Hoyt, Nisha Kloeber, Lauren McCormick, Kevin Mensing, Jill Rothschiller, Renette Schmidtke and Angela Wommack for helping set-up, greeting, and serving the staff.
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Prince of Peace Lutheran Church
Presents
Men's Steak Dinner
January 23, 2015
Former Dallas Cowboy
Jon Kitna, Guest Speaker
 Dinner, Worship & Message
6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
A program of
Prince of Peace Men's Network and Prince of Peace Lutheran Church
www.princeofpeace.org/steak
Click here to purchase tickets!
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Prince of Peace
Lutheran Church News
Pulled Pork and Brisket Sale
Pulled pork and brisket sale through January 25th!
Pulled pork: $20 / 2 lbs.
Brisket: $30 / 2 lbs.
Pick up February 1, 8:30am-12:30pm, POPLC Fellowship Center
Questions? Contact Craig Sunderman
Defensive Driving
for POP Lutheran Chuirch Ministries
...Got a traffic ticket? Need a discount on your car insurance? Sign up for this six-hour class for ticket dismissal and 10% insurance discount. Cost is $25. Proceeds will be donated to POP Ministries. January 24, 9 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. in the Conference Center. Lunch will be provided. To register, contact Gerry Bontrager at
Putting the "Grand" into Grandparenting
January 25, 4:00 - 6:30 p.m. in the Conference Center
Pastor Holdorf, Director of Senior Adult Ministry at Prince of Peace, leads this seminar which is open to all members, friends and the community.
- Presentations and discussions about the value and significance of the role of grandparenting
- Free copy of Extreme Grandparenting by Dr. Tim and Darcy Kimmel
- Special gifts!
- Free lunch!
This is a GRAND time for GRANDparents to put the GRAND into the lives of their GRANDchildren. To register, contact Pastor Holdorf at972-447-9887 or email ken.holdorf@princeofpeace.org.
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Upcoming PTF Family Nights
Support You School By EATING!
January 20 Christina's Fine Mexican Restaurant
on Park Blvd.
Feb 3 Dillas Primo Quesadillas
All Day
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Eagles Landing School Store
Booster Club Winter Sale!Navy & Carolina Blue rugbys $50.00
Bling Hoodie $30.00
Sales good thru end of February
or while supplies last
Check-it out! Cool NEW Booster Shirt
Special Order $60
Forms to order the NEW Booster shirt are in the school store and the High School.
You can see a sample of the shirt in the
High School office!
The Eagles Landing Store Reminds You...
The COLD WEATHER is still here!
Don't forget to stop by the school store and pick up one of the school
spirit hoodies!
These are all approved to
wear in the classroom!
Middle School and High School Only
2015 IS THE YEAR!
Rugby Shirts
Men's Nike dri-fit polo shirt
Women's bling POP shirts,
Carolina blue hats.
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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Join Moms in Prayer
These Ladies Pray For Our POPCS Community Throughout The School Year!
Moms, grandmas, aunts-any women desiring to pray for your children. Join us for a powerful time of prayer at Prince of Peace!
Just imagine what God can do for your child and for our school when two or three of us are gathered in His name!
Wednesday Mornings
Time: 8:15 a.m.
Location: Choir Room
Contact: Shawn Kennington
shawnken1@msn.com or cell 972-768-8142
To find out more about Moms in Prayer,
visit www.MomsInPrayer.org
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Do you have a picture, saying, quote, or story you would like to share that made you smile? Email Valerie Gabriel-Swenson at vgs@popcs.org
and she will share in an upcoming Eagle Express.
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The Arts School offers private lessons for ages three to adult in
brass, guitar, percussion, piano, strings, voice, and woodwinds,
as well as group classes in choir, drama, piano, ukulele, viola, and violin.
All instruction is held on the Prince of Peace Christian School campus.
For more information, visit the website
or contact the
Director of The Arts School,
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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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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.
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 table is located at the bottom of the steps in the Fine Arts Auditorium foyer.
ORDER ONLINE
Click here to 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.
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SPECIAL EVENING
DISCOVER POP TOUR IN JANUARY &
FEBRUARY DATE
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!
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.
The next Discover POP Tour is
Thursday, January 22, 2015
7:00 p.m.
The Discover POP Tour is
Wednesday, February 4, 2015
8:30 a.m.
Please contact Tori Rush for more information and to RSVP.
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Uniforms From Risse Brothers
There are three ways to shop
for your school uniforms:
In Risse Brothers store, online and by phone.
In Store:
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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LIKE US ON FACEBOOK
FOLLOW MR. HAHN ON TWITTER!
LIKE US & FOLLOW US!!
Official Facebook Page
"Like" us today on Facebook
and join the POPCS community conversation. School closure weather postings will be listed on Facebook FIRST!
Follow Headmaster Chris Hahn
on his Twitter feed!
Connect with the Leadership Team at POPCS!
You can also connect with us on Facebook through our "Official" Alumni Facebook page!
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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 can be sent to
Valerie Gabriel-Swenson at vgs@popcs.org
Please note that photos need to be high resolution at 300 dpi and in a jpeg format.
PLEASE NOTE:
The Eagle Express is distributed
bi-weekly on Fridays
from August - May.
All submissions must be turned in by noon on the Wednesday prior to the broadcast on Friday.
SPREAD THE GOOD NEWS!
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