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TKCS Family Skate Night
Wednesday, Jan. 29 | 5:30–8:00 p.m. | [Hot Wheelz in Cherry Hill]
Join us on Wednesday, January 29, at 5:30 p.m. for our family skate night! This event will take place at Hot Wheelz, 664 Deer Road, Cherry Hill [Map]. All families of students Pre-K to 12th grade are invited.
The price per skater is $8 in advance or $10 at the door (cash or card only). Advance ticket deadline is Tuesday, January 28, by 3 p.m. Skate rental is $5.00. There is also a play zone available for $6.00 (height 54” and under). [Sign up online] [More information]
If you have any questions, please contact [ptf@tkcs.org].
The price per skater is $8 in advance or $10 at the door (cash or card only). Advance ticket deadline is Tuesday, January 28, by 3 p.m. Skate rental is $5.00. There is also a play zone available for $6.00 (height 54” and under). [Sign up online] [More information]
If you have any questions, please contact [ptf@tkcs.org].
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From the Head of School
Parent Partnership and Sphere Sovereignty
Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord. – Ephesians 6:4
The concept of parent partnership is deeply rooted in the DNA of TKCS. It is a key phrase in our mission statement and a core value flowing out of a philosophical commitment that the primary responsibility for raising children belongs to parents.
Back in December, the TKCS faculty had discussions about respecting the parent's role. One statement we considered was: "Make the most of our time with students and work in partnership with parents to support each family's goals." We also considered Abraham Kuyper (a Dutch theologian who rose to the role of Prime Minister in the Netherlands from 1901–1905) and his concept of "sphere sovereignty." He used this term to teach that all authority belongs to God, who delegates authority to various spheres of life: the individual, family, church, private institutions, and government. An application of this concept would be that educators are the experts in matters of pedagogy, curriculum, assessments, and education practice. However, parents should be viewed as the authority for character development and spiritual formation. Parents should speak into educational issues and teachers should communicate their insights about character, behavior and spiritual growth to parents, but parents are the final human authorities in the education of their children.
Recognizing these different spheres of responsibility strengthens our partnership with parents and ultimately enables King's to be a more effective school.
Head of School
Steve Dill
The concept of parent partnership is deeply rooted in the DNA of TKCS. It is a key phrase in our mission statement and a core value flowing out of a philosophical commitment that the primary responsibility for raising children belongs to parents.
Back in December, the TKCS faculty had discussions about respecting the parent's role. One statement we considered was: "Make the most of our time with students and work in partnership with parents to support each family's goals." We also considered Abraham Kuyper (a Dutch theologian who rose to the role of Prime Minister in the Netherlands from 1901–1905) and his concept of "sphere sovereignty." He used this term to teach that all authority belongs to God, who delegates authority to various spheres of life: the individual, family, church, private institutions, and government. An application of this concept would be that educators are the experts in matters of pedagogy, curriculum, assessments, and education practice. However, parents should be viewed as the authority for character development and spiritual formation. Parents should speak into educational issues and teachers should communicate their insights about character, behavior and spiritual growth to parents, but parents are the final human authorities in the education of their children.
Recognizing these different spheres of responsibility strengthens our partnership with parents and ultimately enables King's to be a more effective school.
Head of School
Steve Dill
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Head of School Coffee
Wednesday, Jan. 15 | 8–9 a.m. | MS/HS Library
The Head of School Coffees provide a forum for open-ended conversations about any matter of interest to you as well as an opportunity to provide direct input to the Head of School. Join us next Wednesday, January 15, at 8 a.m. in the MS/HS library. Please check in at one of the two school entrances before coming to the library.
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Middle School Winter Dance
Friday, Jan. 17 | 7–9 p.m. | APR | $15
The King’s Christian School Student Council is pleased to present a winter formal for all middle school students in grades 6 through 8. The dance will be on Friday, January 17, from 7 to 9 p.m. in the APR. Tickets cost $15 and can be purchased [online].
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Association Meeting for January
Tuesday, Jan. 21 | 7 p.m. | APR
The Board of Directors has approved a change of date for the winter TKCS association meeting from January 13 to January 21. The focus of the meeting will be the future of King's, including details from the recently approved TKCS strategic plan and campus development plans. A vote will also be taken on the 2025-2026 school budget. All association members and TKCS parents are invited to join us at 7 p.m. in the APR. Only association members will be permitted to vote. [More information about the TKCS Association]
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TKCS Track & Field Coaches Wanted
Our spring track program, led by Coach Ann Belo, Coach Eric Takamoto, and Coach Michael O'Neill, is seeking three exceptional assistant coaches to join our team. Be part of our growing middle/high school spring track program, where you’ll have the opportunity to guide and inspire our talented athletes.
We are looking for:
We are looking for:
- Interested parents, teachers, or alumni who are passionate about working with student-athletes.
- Experience in track and field is preferred but not required—we value enthusiasm and dedication!
- Start Date: Mid-March
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, 3:00–4:30 p.m. (with some Saturday morning meets)
- Location: The King’s Christian School and Cooper River Track
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Prom and Formal Dresses Needed for Our School Play
Attention, students, and families! Our theater department needs your help! We’re looking for donations of gently used prom dresses, ballroom gowns, and other fancy dresses to use as costumes in our upcoming school play. If you have any formal attire you no longer need, please consider donating it to help bring our characters to life on stage! Donations can be dropped off in the MS/HS office until Friday, January 17.
Your donation will support our talented student actors and make a huge impact on the success of our production. Thank you for helping us make this play one to remember!
Your donation will support our talented student actors and make a huge impact on the success of our production. Thank you for helping us make this play one to remember!
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On Our Calendar
January 14: PTF Meeting
January 15: Head of School Coffee
January 17: Middle School Winter Dance
January 20: No school; MLK Jr. Day
Janaury 21: TKCS Association Meeting
January 24: Early dismissal
January 27: No school; Grading Day
January 29: Family Skate Night
January 15: Head of School Coffee
January 17: Middle School Winter Dance
January 20: No school; MLK Jr. Day
Janaury 21: TKCS Association Meeting
January 24: Early dismissal
January 27: No school; Grading Day
January 29: Family Skate Night
