Before school begins again in the fall, we wanted to share with you our school theme for the 2024-2025 school year. As you look forward to the upcoming school year, we hope you will pray expectantly for what God is going to do at Jenison Christian School as we learn more about how to be ON FIRE for Christ!
ON FIRE FOR CHRIST
But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you.
Acts 1:8

Ignite the Fire
The gift of the Holy Spirit, poured out at Pentecost, ignites the fire of God's power in us.

Scripture
  • John answered them all, “I baptize you with water. But one who is more powerful than I will come, the straps of whose sandals I am not worthy to untie. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire.” Luke 3:16
  • But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you. John 14:26
  • And with that he breathed on them and said, “Receive the Holy Spirit." John 20:22
  • When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. They saw what seemed to be tongues of fire that separated and came to rest on each of them. All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit enabled them. Acts 2:1-4
  • And you also were included in Christ when you heard the message of truth, the gospel of your salvation. When you believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit. Ephesians 1:13

Grow the Fire
We stoke the flame of the Spirit with faith practices like worship, prayer, service, and reading God's word.

Scripture
  • Peter replied, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. Acts 2:38
  • After they prayed, the place where they were meeting was shaken. And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and spoke the word of God boldly. Acts 4:31
  • 2 Peter 3:18 But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen.
  • May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13
  • But you, dear friends, by building yourselves up in your most holy faith and praying in the Holy Spirit, keep yourselves in God’s love as you wait for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ to bring you to eternal life. Jude 20-21
  • As obedient children, do not conform to the evil desires you had when you lived in ignorance. But just as he who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written: “Be holy, because I am holy.” 1 Peter 1:14-16

Share the Fire
Filled with the power of the Spirit, we share the flame with others that they, too, may be "On Fire for Christ."

Scripture
  • Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore, go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” Matthew 28:18-20
  • But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” Acts 1:8
  • Then the church throughout Judea, Galilee and Samaria enjoyed a time of peace and was strengthened. Living in the fear of the Lord and encouraged by the Holy Spirit, it increased in numbers. Acts 9:31
Allergies Policy for 2024-2025
JCS strives to create a safe environment for learning. This includes, when possible, accommodating a student’s allergy. JCS recognizes that there are different types or intensities of allergic reaction, and the Principal and JCS staff will prioritize those of an anaphylactic nature. The Principal and JCS staff will attempt, within their discretion, to accommodate those students when allergic reactions that are not of an anaphylactic nature occur. Parents will be expected to supply the accommodation means necessary to create the accommodation for their child.

Parents of a JCS student with allergy issues that result in an anaphylactic reaction shall have their physician complete the JCS Anaphylactic Reaction Form and submit it to the JCS office by August 1 so that we can train staff appropriately before the start of the school year. This form shall include the specific trigger for the anaphylactic reaction, the form of the reaction, and the proper treatment response from JCS staff. Parents of a JCS student with allergy issues that DO NOT result in an anaphylactic reaction, but request the Principal and JCS staff to accommodate this/these allergy/ies, shall complete the JCS Allergy Accommodation Form. 

JCS staff shall be trained in proper delivery of the treatment response options listed on the Anaphylactic Reaction Form. Note that this is in a good-faith effort to assist, but there are no medically certified personnel on the JCS Staff beyond CPR and basic First Aid Training.

It is important that the Anaphylactic Reaction Form be completed and returned so that JCS staff may receive the appropriate training, if necessary, to allow the properly delivery of the treatment response options as listed on the form.
Fall - Save the Dates
We are very excited to get back together as a community and to start the 2024-25 school year at Jenison Christian! As we plan and prepare for back to school, we wanted to provide for you various dates that will be coming up in August and September. We look forward to seeing you all very soon! Stay safe and enjoy the remaining weeks of summer!

Tuesday August 20: 
  • Elementary - 'Meet & Greet the Teacher' from 8AM - 4PM (Sign-ups will be sent out on August 8 @ 8AM!)
  • Middle School Students may come to set up their lockers from 8AM - 4PM.

Tuesday, August 20
  • 1PM - 2PM Bus Orientation in Band Room for parents and students that are NEW to riding either the JCS or JPS school bus. (HIGHLY recommended for new riders to learn the rules of the bus and for parents to ask questions.)

Wednesday, August 21
  • 8:15AM - 12:00PM First (half) Day of School for Pre-K through 8th Grade
  • JCS Eagle bus #18 and Deer bus #14 will provide busing both ways but the JPS Rabbit bus will NOT provide Noon busing on this day. 

  • 6:30 - 7:30PM 5th Grade Orientation Night
  • 6:30PM - Band meeting for 5th grade parents
  • 7:00PM - 5th parents stay in band room to meet teachers

  • 7:30 - 7:45PM Algebra Meeting in Mrs. VanDyken's room

Monday, September 9 and Tuesday, September 10
  • Child and Parent PRESCHOOL Orientation - during the day with details provided from preschool teachers. (Preschool Calendar will be coming out soon, stay tuned!)

Monday, September 23-27 - SEW - Spiritual Emphasis Week at JCS

Thursday, September 26
  • Community Picnic - FREE dinner provided by JCS Board starting at 5:30 PM.

Monday, September 30
  • 5:30-7:30PM Post Family Farm Night - Preschool - 1st grade JCS families. A FREE night provided by the school for fall festivities!
Thank you for your partnership with JCS in your child's education and spiritual growth!