BCS Weekly E-bulletin

And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people.Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord. This will be a sign to you:You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger." Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom his favor rests." Luke 2:8-14

End of the year giving: For many of our families this is a great time to give to the BCS Annual Fund & realize a 2007 tax deduction. It's easy: Give Now! Remember, your gift to the Annual Fund supports all BCS students on every campus.

Online Auction begins today! Cross off some items on your Christmas list: Bid Now! Auction closes Mon., Dec. 17at 8 PM our time--please DISREGARD all other times listed.

Looking for a stocking stuffer? How about a Deli card! They're available for purchase in $5, $10 or $20 denominations. Please see Marlene Naughton in the Deli.

Spend a Day with the Vikings: Grades 3-7 can improve their game w/ Coach Downs & Boys Varsity BB Team--Basketball Skills Clinic: Jan 2 & 3. Online Registration available in the Athletics section of BCS website later this week! ???Susan 425-681-9474 or staylor_4@msn.com

Scrip Information (more info....)

Give Scrip for Christmas! Check out the list of merchants...there's something for everyone--family, friends, neighbors, service providers & teachers.

Last due date before Christmas: Dec. 10; 3 PM

Tuition Assistance Program with Scrip (TAPS): scrip fiscal year ends Dec. 31, 2007.

1st due date for 2008: Jan. 7--plan accordingly; Dec. 17 in NOT a scrip week.

Today: faxed orders accepted until 3 PM: 425.454.4418 & email orders until 8PM. This is the busiest scrip week of the year & we're placing our order tonight to insure timely delivery. Late orders will be filled with inventory on hand or held until till next week.

Tuition Assistance Program w/ Scrip (TAPS): Scrip fiscal year ends Dec. 31, 2007; therefore, make your purchases on the above due dates to be included in your 2007 total. In early Jan., scrip credits will post to your tuition account. However, there will not be a Jan. statement (except for preschool accounts); credits will appear as a line item on the Feb. statements.TAPS statements will be mailed to all participants in the next few weeks.

Volunteer Opportunities

Every BCS Family is encouraged to volunteer 30 hours-- just 3 hours monthly--at any campus.

If you are a BCS group needing volunteers for an upcoming event/activity or for a regularly scheduled event, contact Lynelle Coyle: lcoyle@bellevuechristian.org

with a brief (1-3 sentence) description of what is needed and include a contact name and email.

Transportation

Needs a group, organization or individual to donate 1 or more used suburban or expedition/excursion vehicles to BCS for athletics. Any years accepted; vehicles used for driving to & from practices & games w/sports teams that are small in number--would greatly reduce transportation costs to the school. Contact: cotis@bellevuechristian.org

High School & Junior High

Host families are needed: 3 exchange students are coming from Shukutoku Yono HS in Saitama, Japan. Two girls are 16 yrs old; 1 is 15. Students’ interests are rock music, soccer, tennis, watching movies, pop music, dance & basketball. As incoming 10^th graders while they are here, all have a desire to experience new adventures in an American culture & family. Please contact Tim Foley, Admissions Director, at tfoley@bellevuechristian.org or 425.454.4402 ext 215 for details on the students & to receive an application.

Tentative Schedule for Exchange Students: December - Early January: School coordinator will recruit needed host families February: All host families confirmed, background checks completed & Host Family visits

1st week of March: Final host family matching March: Host families and Shukutoku students will know each others' information; can begin communication if desired

April 3: Students arrive in Seattle; 2 nights orientation off site

April 5: Host families & Shukutoku students meet at BCS, homestays begin

PTF needs you to join us in planning events to honor our JH/HS faculty & staff! Meeting each month in the large conference room-JH/HS campus from 1:30-3 PM. Upcoming meetings: Dec. 10, Jan. 14, Feb. 11, March 10, April 14, May 12, June 9. This is a great way to make new friends--we have lots of fun together as we serve our school! Contact: Gina Oldham: 14-carat-gold@msn.com or 425.761.4462 or 425.746.6610

Preschools (more info...)

BCS Preschool offers your child an opportunity for a gentle, loving introduction into the Christian community and encourages his/her own personal growth within that community. Please contact slindor@bellevuechristian.org for more info.

Mack Elementary (more info...)

December

18 Christmas Chapel

Please help the elementary campuses fundraising efforts by saving your BOXTOPS (see www.boxtops4education.com for eligible products) & CAMPBELL'S UPC's (see www.labelsforeducation.com for eligible products.) UPCs not the front labels are now what are needed from your Campbell's soup & Goldfish packaging. Collection box available at the Jr/Sr High Campus outside the office next to the trophy case. Funds received from the collected boxtops & UPC's help purchase supplies, books & equipment for the elementary campuses.

Three Points Elementary (more info...)

December

13 Choir/Band Concert, 6:30 PM (6^th grade only for band) & 5/6^th Grade Choir

Save the Date! Annual PTF Christmas Luncheon: Fri., Dec. 14, 12:30-2:30 PM, MPR Watch for details. Questions: Melanie Allison, 42.378.1457 or Melanie@kmakma.com

Junior High (more info...)

December

13 Combined JH/HS chapel

14 BCS Homecoming

21 JH Outing: Skating & movie--last day of school before break

8th Grade Spanish: 8th grade Spanish class will visit 3 Pts. Elementary Thurs., Dec.13, 1:30--2:45 PM.

Combined Chapel: JH & HS will have a combined Chapel/Assembly Dec. 13, BCS Gym.

Girls Soccer Team: pizza party for the Girls Soccer Team is Fri., Dec. 14, room B105 during lunch. Don't forget to turn in your soccer uniform!

Bread of Life Mission: still time to donate items for the "Bread of Life Mission". Please, you can help by bringing new or gently used blankets, coats, hats & sweaters for MEN. Collection barrels located in the front foyer & gym. Last day to donate: Fri., Dec.14.

Talent Chapel: Parents are invited to join JH students for talent chapel on Thurs., Dec. 20, 11:20 AM – Noon. This is a fun event for students & parents to enjoy the entertainment.

JH Christmas Outing: Fri., Dec. 21 is an activity day for students. Students will view a Christmas movie in the AM (MPR) then go ice skating at Castle Ice Arena-Renton. Students return to BCS for 2:55 PM dismissal. Every student needs a sack lunch. Deli/commons is closed for annual HS Christmas luncheon.

Geography Bee: On Tues., Dec. 4, 18 enthusiastic students participated in the preliminary Geography Bee. Ten of those 18 students will go on to the Final Geography Bee, they are: Jordan Trinka, Hayden Jacobsen, Alexander Kruse, Joseph Husband, Alana Morrison, Sarah Burnett, Sam Morrison, Michael Hussey, Brittany LaBossier, and Kenny Youch. Good job Geography Bee finalists! And a big thank you to Mrs. Ricard, Mrs. Morrison and Mr. Kruse for their help with this Bee.

8th Grade DC Trip Update! Registration deadline for 8^th Grade DC Trip can be extended, depending on the number of students planning to attend. If interested, please contact Guy Becker: gbecker@bellevuechristian.org. Travel Dates are June 23-28, 2008. For more information: http://guybecker7.googlepages.com/home.

High School (more info...)

December

13 HS Jazz performs at Crossroads, 6 PM

14 BCS Homecoming

HS Math & Science Focus Group Meetings: Meet with the HS principal & faculty to discuss program & curriculum initiatives that will ensure the most effective programs & support for all our students. 2 remaining meetings in large conference room in HS office:

Tues., Jan. 8: 3:15 – 4:30 PM

Athletics

Homecoming Games: Fri., Dec. 14

Girls Varsity BB v. Cedar Park: 6 PM

Boys Varsity BB v. Melville HS from Australia: 7:45 PM

Opportunities to Support BCS Financially

Tuition supports 90% of the BCS Budget each year. We ask each family to prayerfully consider supporting BCS financially, above and beyond tuition. The most important and cost effective gift is one to the Annual Fund. After that, there are many fun ways to support BCS programs and students!

Annual Fund: Give online to the AF

PACE--for info: Pace

Positions Available

New: Bus Driver Positions--for details check openings: positions available

Community Resources

Young Life: All City Christmas Club tomorrow Tues., Dec. 11, 7-8:30 PM, Jubilee Reach Center--14200 SE 13th PL, Bellevue--across from Sunset Hills Memorial Cemetery. Join high schoolers from all over Bellevue for a giant Christmas party! Games, prizes, cookies & more! Please join us! Contact: brookelucasroberts@yahoo.com

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