MAY 2015
IMPORTANT DAYS
IN MAY:
PCS Preview Day
Monday, 5/4
Baccalaureate
Wednesday, 5/20
Graduation
Sunday, 5/24
Last Day of School
Wednesday, 5/27
Equipping students
to think biblically,
live wisely and serve
faithfully for over
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2015 Minnesota State Science
Fair Awards
In addition to sweeping the awards at the
junior high level,
taking 1st, 2nd,
and 3rd place
overall, and 1st
place in the
high school
competition,
PCS students
and staff
received the
following
awards at the State Science Fair:
Olson Langness: 3M Foundation Innovation
3rd Place ($500), Acoustical Society of
America 2nd Place ($100), and Utopian
Slingshot 1st Place Award
Gymnastics
Austin Heideman, a senior, started
tumbling in gymnastics at age 4. Since
age 11 he has been a competitive gymnast
on the TNT Gymnastics Boys
team in Fargo. He practices 15
hours a week year-round. He
has competed at a level 10, the
highest level, for 2 years and just
returned from Regional competition
in Milwaukee, WI where he scored
his personal best. Austin says
“Gymnastics has been a major
part in my life and has made me
stronger, more confident, and a
better leader.”
Emily Doeden: Acoustical Society of
America Honorable Mention and Fermi
National Accelerator Laboratory Award
Kaelen Langness: US Navy Award
Elizabeth Krause: Minnesota State
Horticulture Society Award
Olivia Wagendorf: Minnesota Academy
of Science Honorable Mention
Lauren Knoll: Bronze Medal
Gabby Sandman: Bronze Medal
Mrs. Rankin: Seagate Excellence in Science
Mentoring Nomination
Another PCS Student Honored
for His Service
Cameron Knoll, 9th
grade, has been honored
Zach Kvalvog is tied for 4th place MN All
for his exemplary
Time Consecutive Free Throws made in a
volunteer service with
season with 52.
a President’s Volunteer
He holds 24th MN All Time Free Throw
Service Award. The
Shooting Percentage at 88.6%.
award, which recognizes
Americans of all ages
Way to go Zach!
who have volunteered
significant amounts of their time
The ND First Lady, Betsy Dalrymple came to PCS
to serve their communities and
to congratulate Lauren Knoll for her ND Top Middle
their country, was granted by the
School Level youth volunteer of the year award.
Prudential Spirit of Community
Awards program on behalf of
President Barack Obama. Cameron
has volunteered at Churches United
for the Homeless, the Salvation Army,
a local animal shelter, his church, and
school.
MN Basketball Records
MSHSL Vocal and Instrumental Contest Results
Section VOCAL SOLO and
ENSEMBLE CONTEST Results:
Of the 14 entries…
• 5 Received an “Excellent” rating
• 9 received a “Superior” rating and
will be advancing to the state level
competition
Section INSTRUMENTAL SOLO and
ENSEMBLE CONTEST Results:
Of the 11 entries…
• 3 received an “Excellent” rating
• 8 received a “Superior” rating and will be
advancing to the state level competition
Congratulations Mr. Schuster and the High
School Concert Choir and Band!
Speech Update
Congratulations to the Park Christian Speech
Team on a successful season! Team members
Paige Beach, Emily Christoffers, Sarah
Herlihy, and Kaylen Quanbeck and concluded
their season with Sub-section competition on
March 23, at PCS, and Section competition held
April 7th in Fosston, MN.
Sarah Herlihy and Paige Beach were
alternates to the State Speech Tournament
held April 17 in Lakeville. Sarah and Kaylen
also participated in the National Speech and
Debate Individual Events National Qualifiers
held March 13-14 in Baxter, MN. The team is
looking forward
to the 20152016 season.
PCS Speech
is coached by
Mrs. Tracy
Striker.
Concert Band
Samuel S., Joshua J.
2015 Park Christian Track &
Field News
The 2015 track season is
now in full swing at Park
Christian. The Varsity team
is performing well with some
new school records set by
Zach Kvalvog in the 1600
and Allyson Kangas in
the shot put. Our junior
high team is the largest it
has ever been and those
athletes are having great
performances as well!
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Students on the Move
Park Christian will be taking sixty-two
students to the state solo/ensemble
contest on May 2nd at Fergus Falls
Community College.
PCS Track is coached by
Megan Endreson, Jeremy Nelson, Kurt
Motschenbacher, and Julie Faul.
JUMP ROPE and HOOPS FOR
HEART
Together, a group of thirty-nine PCS
students in grades K-5, raised $4,017 for
the American Heart Association to help fight
heart disease.
7th grade Volleyball Team
The top PCS fundraisers were:
Izac Raisl, raising $470
Cooper and Cole Kvien, raising $420
Cole Flach, raising $320
Great work!!
Izac R.
Banquet & Auctions
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PCS Banquet and Auctions
Elise J., Maggie W., Grover B., Sarah H.
Molly J., Ally L.
Genevieve N.
Thank you
Over 500 guests attended the PCS Banquet and
Auctions April 11th at the Fargo Ramada Plaza Suites.
Thank you to the banquet chair, Jill Waslaski, and
Auction Chair, Lisa Christenson for serving with
excellence and joy!
The table offering was the most ever, at over $72,000!
The auctions are looking very similar to last year’s total,
which is also incredible.
That will bring the total amount benefitting the school
for the evening to over $110,000.
Thank you for donating, investing, inviting, hosting,
helping, creating, visiting, enjoying, laughing, eating,
participating…..We love celebrating the PCS family!!
Put next year’s Banquet and Auctions on your calendar
now! April 9, 2016. See you there!
Arianna C., Kaylee S.
Josiah M., Brock A.
Pastor Kirk Militzer
Senior High Choir
Liz J., Amy L.
Andria M.
Melia K., winner of $3,500
towards tuition
Seniors Serve
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The project was coordinated with the Boys
and Girls Club of Mission and Rosebud, South
Dakota. The team was led by teacher Mr. Matt
Larson, with chaperones; Mr. Michael Moran,
Mr. Chris Schuster, and Miss Brooke Stewart.
This ‘capstone’ service opportunity for our seniors
was an amazing experience of answered prayer,
relationship building, and God teaching them.
Mitch Y., Mr. Moran
Anica S., Ciara A., Jordyn V., Syd L., Olivia T., Lexi M.
When you get a chance ask a senior about their
trip! Ask them a name of a student that they
connected with. It was a great trip!
Noah M.
Bryce P.
Megan H.
Olivia T.
Senior Guys
Xander G.
Anica S.
Mr. Schuster
Austin H.
Sydney H.
Megan H., Syd L.
Josiah M.
Senior Mission Trip
The Park Christian School Senior Class traveled
to the Rosebud Indian Reservation April 16-19 to
serve children and families.
PCS SCHOOL CALENDAR
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Sunday
Monday
Blake I.
Noah M.
PCS Preview
Day,
8:00 – 11:30 am
for students
grades 1-11.
Invite friends!
Hannah M.
Graduation,
2:00 pm, gym
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Grades 4-8 Choirs
and Bands Concert,
7:00 pm, gym
No School.
Office closed.
Eden L.
Parent Assoc.
Meeting,
5:45 pm, library.
Light snacks will be
provided.
Ellie R.
Krista W.
K assessments,
9:00 am–3:00 pm
Moms in Prayer
2:00–3:00 pm, Conference rm.
Senior High
Awards,
1:30 pm, gym
Friday
Thursday
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AP Calculus Test,
8:00 am
Anna S.
Wednesday
Shakey Wednesday
3rd grade Famous People
Speeches,
1:00 pm, Fine Arts Room
AP Psychology
Test,
12:00 noon
Sr. High
Band and
Choir Concert,
7:00 pm, gym
Alex L.
Jaylie F.
Tuesday
Cole M.
Last day of
school
Bring your garage
sale items,
3:30–9:00 pm
K last day
Vocal/Band
Solo &
Ensemble,
M-State
Fergus Falls
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AP European History test,
12:00 noon
1st grade Promised Land play:
Families with last names starting
with A-K, come at 10:00 am,
families with last names starting
with L-Z , come at 1:30 pm
StuCo Dodgeball Tournament,
6:30 pm, gym
Delaney S.
Shakey
Wednesday
MIP, 2:00 pm,
Conference room
Baccalaureate,
5:00 pm, gym
Saturday
Kate L.
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Elementary Awards
Grades 4-6, 8:15-9:30 am
Grades 1-3, 9:45-11:00 am
Jr. High Awards, 1:00 pm
K Graduation,
7:00 pm, gym
PA Garage
sale set up,
8:00 – 4:00 pm
PA Garage Sale,
4:00-8:00 pm
K assessments,
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
PA Garage Sale,
7:00 am – 3:00 pm
4th graders washing
Mrs. Davis’ feet
Brooklyn F.
May Chapel Schedule
5K Run
May 4
7-12 Praise and Worship
K-3 Joni Jackson (Messiah Dance Theater)
May 11
6-12 Sophomores and 7th graders 4-5 Joni Jackson (Messiah Dance Theater)
May 18
7-12 Seniors
K-6 Praise & Worship Chapel with Multi-Grade
Level Involvement
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Mrs. Richardson
She received a B.S. from Iowa State University in Physical Education and a M.S. from
Bemidji State University in Sport Studies.
Tell me a little bit about your family: Husband, Todd; Amy and family; Matt; Grant.
Everyone is officially out of the house, but they all live close and I like that they are
around a lot!
What do you like to do in your spare time? Be with
my family, play guitar, read, garden, bake, travel, ride my
motorcycle.
What is a favorite memory of Park Christian School?
I have a white board in my office and it has become a
place for students to leave me notes. Always makes
me smile!
The best part about following Jesus is……the peace
that He brings to my soul. Right now he is working in
ways that I don’t even know, but I trust that his plan is
perfect! He knows me inside and out and loves me
unconditionally through everything that life brings.
Max A., Rolly B., Colton E., Griffin M., Austin C., Nick W.
Mrs. Reinowski‘s 2nd grade class
completed a unit on economics. To assist
in learning the concepts, they created
a store in which to buy and sell items.
They chose the PCS new building project
for the proceeds of their project. In the
words of 2nd grader, Isaiah Nelson, “The
more we give, the sooner the new school
will happen!” Thank you 2nd graders!!
Emma Z., JaNae F.
Not pictured: Jorgen Rankin
Chapel Prayer Time
Teacher Feature
Mrs. Richardson has been at PCS for 4 years; 3 years as Activities Director.
PCS News
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Yearbooks
PCS Fun Run
Visit jostensyearbooks.com and follow the
prompts through “Buy Your Yearbook”.
Congratulations PCS Winners:
Yearbook orders will happen exclusively
online through Jostens
Yearbooks will be distributed at the start of
the next school year. If you are a student
that is not returning, your yearbook order
can be picked up from the office after the
start of next school year.
Deadline for ordering yearbooks is
May 26th, 2015.
Girls’ Golf Makes History
The PCS Girls’ Golf team had its first “team”
qualifying score for the varsity team in two
years. With five girls they finished 2nd to
Fosston.
Emily Doeden – 45, 4th overall
Amy Jacobson – 50, 11th overall
Sarah Herlihy - 59
Paige Beach - 63
Grace Heinen – 63
Girls’ Golf is coached by Dan Doeden.
Congratulations girls!
There were almost 100 participants in the
DC Fun Run. The weather was beautiful, and
families had a great time!
5K Adult Division Female
2nd place, Miss Amy Rogness (teacher)
3rd place, Jessica Nellermoe (PCS Alum)
Male
3rd place, Dan Biebighauser (calculus
teacher’s husband)
5K Youth Division Female
1st place, Ashley Hansen, 7th grade
2nd place, Madison Doeden, 5th grade
3rd place, Hannah Hansen, 8th grade
Male
1st place, Kai Nellermoe, 8th grade
2nd place, Ian Ziebarth, 7th grade
3rd place, Isaiah Tofibam, 4th grade
1 Mile Kids’ Run
Female
1st place, Maggie Meier, 2nd grade
2nd place, Eden Tofibam, 6th grade
3rd place, Alexis Scheid, Kindergarten
Male
1st place, Griffin Meier, 5th grade
2nd place, Bridger Carlson, 2nd grade
3rd place, Ethan Hansen, 4th grade
Ryan K., Chris S.
Iversons
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Registration details and forms at
ParkChristianSchool.org
Weight Training
June 1-August 7
For students entering 8th-12th grades
Open 8:00 – 11:00 am Mon. – Thurs.
$50
Registration deadline: May 15
Volleyball Buddies
June 18 & 25 and July 16 & 23
For students entering 2nd-5th grades
10:15-11:45 am
$40
Registration deadline: May 15th
Each student registered by the
15th will receive a volleyball at camp!
PCS Theatre camp
June 15-26
For students entering 1st-6th grades
9:00 – 12:00 noon
$60
Performance Friday, June 26th, 2:00 pm
Registration deadline: May 25
hosted by the Parent Association
Thursday, May 28, 4-8pm & Friday, May 29,
7am – 3pm
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Parent Resources
Park Christian School
Summer Activities
and Camps
Huge All-School Rummage Sale
Concessions available.
Proceeds will help fund classroom and
teacher needs.
Please bring your gently used donations to
the school Wednesday, May 27, 3:30-9:00 pm
or Thursday, May 28, 9:00-4:00 pm.
Come and shop starting at 4pm on Thursday
and during the day on Friday!
FCA Multisport Camp
June 8-11, at the University of Jamestown
For students entering grades 7-12
Coaches: Current high school or college
coaches
Guest speaker: Former Denver Bronco and
professional speaker Steve Fitzhugh
For registration information please go to:
http://www.fcand.org/fca-multisport-camp
Invite friends who need to know Jesus!
Elementary Girls Summer Basketball
June 16 & 23 and July 7, 14 & 21
For students entering 2nd-6th grades
3:30-5:00 pm
$50
Registration deadline: May 15
Chloe D., Allyson K.
Boys’ Basketball camp
July 6-10
For boys entering 3rd–6th grades
10:30 am-2:00 pm (Friday,
July 10, 9:00 – 11:00 am)
$110
Registration deadline: June 1st
Boys’ Football camp
July 13-16
For boys entering grades 9-12;
5:30-8:00 pm. $55.00
For boys entering grades 7 & 8;
3:30-5:30 pm. $45.00
Registration deadline: May 22
Karley M.
Isaac J.
Kelsey J.
Emily H.
Dan T.
Girls’ Volleyball camp
July 27-30
Zach K.
Allyson K.
Elizabeth K.
by Kent S. Hannestad
Here’s my perspective on a number of things right now at Park Christian School.
Senior Mission Trip – As I write this article most of the seniors are in South Dakota ministering on a reservation.
What a great way to begin the end of their experience at Park Christian School; serving others together!
Spring Banquet and Auctions – Amazing night of fellowship, food and fun. There’s nothing like kids singing songs,
reciting pledges, and presenting Scripture! The record table offerings will help with meeting budget for this year. Praise
the Lord!
Relocation – I am so excited for our new campus! We are in a perfect position: we are totally dependent on God to
provide. I believe God will provide miraculously over the next few months. Please join me and fervently pray for the
entire project and respond as God leads you. I anticipate a fundraising campaign for the PCS families in the fall or
early winter. Be in prayer for what God may want you to give.
Information Technology – I want to recognize Nick Tunheim for his two years of exemplary service to the school as
the school’s first full-time Director of IT. With his departure, an advisory group of PCS parents who are IT professionals
has been established. They will guide the school through the transition. Please
pray for discernment in the hiring process.
Budget – in order to serve students and families well this year, additional
expenses were incurred throughout the year. Would you consider a financial gift
to help us end the fiscal year strong? The fiscal year ends June 30. Thank you in
advance for your generosity!
What a privilege it is to be a part of what God is doing right now at Park Christian
School! I’m so thankful for you! That’s my perspective.
THE PCS IMPACT
www.ParkChristianSchool.org
STORY OF SPIRITUAL GROWTH
Since 1981
We love and are so thankful that our girls are surrounded by
people all day that will fill them with truth. When they have a bad
day, we want them to be around people who will notice, take a
minute and ask if they need help, and pray with them.
We want them to be in a place that makes Jesus the first person
to go to when life gets hard. We are so thankful for all that Park
Christian does to come along side our family to help raise our
children to know and love Jesus!
Jason and Jaclyn Frueh,
parents of twin first graders, Annika and Hailey
Visit us at www.ParkChristianSchool.org
218-236-0500