MM2011-02 - Zion Christian School
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MM2011-02 - Zion Christian School
Mountaineer Messenger FEBRUARY 2011 Physiology Class Visits the Grand Rapids Public Museum and Mary Free Bed Hospital Culminating the semester-long theme of “fearfully and wonderfully made”, Physiology and Biology students visited “Bodies Revealed”, an exhibit currently on display at the Grand Rapids Public Museum. Being able to count all ten toes on an 8-week old embryo, visualize the complex blood supply of a liver or an entire arm, see all 300 bones of a full-term fetus, or see the devastation of a lung from smoking, were some of the many things at which we were able to marvel. Even as God is able to look beyond our skin, we were able to do so in order to learn firsthand about the incredible complexity and diversity of our individual bodies. And yet, there is an equally awesome unity of function, orchestrated by our head. After this incredible experience, none of us will ever again be able to take our bodies for granted. Twelfth grade Physiology students also toured Mary Free Bed Hospital where they presented Trenton Schuitemann, a Developmental Kindergartner at Zion currently going through rehab, with some booklets that Zion kindergartners through 3rd graders had compiled. They toured the rehabilitation facility, having studied brain cord injuries in class. The prosthetics lab where specialized wheelchairs and limbs are made was particularly fascinating. The Sports Club Visits First Companies The Sports Club went on another Math Exploration on December 10 to First Companies. Craig Baker showed us how Math is involved in every aspect of planning and building and maintaining properties. We worked with scale on the many blueprints there, while our estimation skills were put to use in making bids. Even the interior designer showed us how to use math in planning floor covering and countertops. It was awesome to see the many differNathan Vos, Charli ent materials and styles that are in use in the construction business. Micah Berkenp e Baker, Andrew Groenhof, as, Alexand Mrs. Sue M er Groenho cCrory, Morgan Ybe f, Amanda Thank you, Mr. Baker, for teaching us so much about your work! ma Braam , Mark Your Calendars 1 What When Where Open House March 10, 7:00pm Zion Spring Music Program April 21, 7:00pm Trinity URC Spring Dinner April 28, 6:00pm Zion Association Meeting May 19, 7:00pm Zion Cover: Anna Bierling enjoys the snow by sledding The 7th-9th Graders visited the hospital on November 16 Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital serves over 200,000 pediatric patients from across the world on a yearly basis. On January 11, 2011 Spectrum Health proudly opened the doors to the new 14 story, 440,000 square foot Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital in downtown Grand Rapids, MI. However, opening a hospital is very difficult, and the staff faced many challenges as construction came to a close on the new building. Students of Zion Christian School participated in two full-scale exercises prior to the opening of the new building. These two exercises allowed the hospital’s staff members to prepare in advance for what the day was like when all of the patients were moved in to the new facility, as well as normal day to day operations in a new setting. The students benefited from this experience as well, touring a brand new hospital, learning more about how a hospital functions, and learning about the planning and organizing it takes to coordinate thousands of people. Students got an inside view of what takes place with the opening of a hospital and how much work goes into it. They also gained confidence in the health care setting where they would receive help if ever needed. Most importantly, students walked away knowing that they helped to improve the healthcare of the millions of people that will come to the new Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital in the years to come. 3rd Grade Visits the Frederik Meijer Gardens In December the 3rd grade class was privileged to experience the Frederik Meijer Gardens “Christmas Around the World” display. Students were placed into two groups and given detailed tours and explanations of several nativity scenes from different parts of the world. It was interesting to see the similarities and differences between each one. The students then explored the grounds, observing and filling in question sheets on the numerous Christmas trees decorated to represent the important aspects of each country. Because there are so many Dutch children at Zion, the Netherland’s tree was a big hit. It was such a blessing to learn about the traditions and cultures surrounding Christmas throughout the countries in God’s world. as displays k out the Christm 3rd Graders chec 2 Latin Added We are pleased to announce the addition of Latin to this year’s fifth grade classroom. Many advantages to starting with Latin in the younger grades can be cited. Firstly, students who study Latin perform better in English grammar, composition, and vocabulary. We have made great strides in our English Grammar program but believe the synergism with Latin will be helpful for all of our students as they prepare to be used in God’s kingdom work. Secondly, Latin provides a great foundation for future foreign language studies. Students who study Latin can learn other foreign languages faster and easier than those who lack the Latin base. This is especially seen if the first exposure to foreign language occurs before high school. By the time of high school, the language pathways in the brain tend to funnel information through the “English” pipeline and parallel pathways which aid in the ease of foreign language usage are harder to develop. This means that students who have Latin earlier will be better prepared for the study of other foreign languages in high school and college. Students who eventually may take e cher, Dr. David No The new Latin tea Greek for seminary will also find Greek easier to learn with the basics of Latin under their belt. Thirdly, logic and rhetoric skills have also been shown to improve significantly after the study of Latin. This is helpful for students in any area of life as logic and speaking is essential for any vocation. Finally, ACT scores are also higher in students who study Latin. This can affect the college admission and scholarship opportunities. As the curriculum committee was contemplating these issues, the Lord sent us a highly qualified man in Dr. David Noe who teaches classic languages at Calvin College and is an elder at Redeemer OPC. We are very excited about this opportunity and pray that the Lord may use Dr. Noe and the study of Latin to help our students grow in Living and Learning for the Glory of God! Zion Distinctives Several years ago, members of the Zion constituency met to formulate a document that would encompass the specific ways in which Zion seeks to be distinct as a Christian school committed to the Reformed Faith. Borne out of this discussion was the formulation of several statements. These statements may be divided into three sections: Authority of Scripture, Reformed Heritage, and School Life, Academics, and Atmosphere. Each issue of the Messenger will list one of our ‘distinctives’ as a means of reminding us and our constituency of the primary tenets that are critical to a solidly Reformed, Christian education. Section: Authority of Scripture Tenet: Scripture is God’s inspired, infallible, inerrant, authoritative, authentic, and Holy Word The entire list of ‘distinctives’ may be viewed on the Academics link of our website. 3 Debate League Results Metro League Results O-K League Results Open (Advanced Division) Varsity Division 2nd Place in the League 1st Place in the League Open Division Speaker Awards Sam Ryskamp - 2nd Place Erik Kraayeveld - 3rd Place Junior Varsity Division #1 Team - 2nd Place in the League #2 Team - 3rd Place in the League Colleen Steigenga - 7th Place Novice Division Junior Varsity Division Speaker Awards 2nd Place in the League Matt Moorman (#1 Team) - 2nd Place Abby Klett (#1 Team) - 5th Place Congratulations to Zion’s debate team on a very successful season in both the OK and Metro Debate Leagues. The schools in the Metro League are East Kentwood, Catholic Central, West Ottawa, Holt, Northview, Forest Hills Central, Wayland, and Mona Shores. Novice Division Speaker Awards: Joel Miedema - 2nd Place Lynnae Doll - 4th Place Scott Hoelsema - 6th Place Peter Hoelsema - 7th Place State Debate Champions! By senior Scott Hoelsema West Ottawa High, while Sam Ryskamp and Paul Freswick debated Petoskey. As this was the only one I would participate in, I attempted to channel my concentration upon the challenge at hand - the debate. Joel Miedema and I sat in desks in an otherwise empty classroom. The “tub” holding all of our research sat between us. Its vast wealth of knowledge would be our primary weapon. Left no longer in silence, the opposiSomething strange happens when a debate begins. The tention, Hamilton High School, entered the room and set up. sion vanishes as it’s overcome by furious scribbling and hurried With their entry the air grew even thicker with tension. gathering of papers. Forgetting the fact that this is the championship, we apply all that we have learned to solid debating. We were at the State Debate Tournament. Many schools It was a blessing to see our hard work and God-given talents from different parts of Michigan had gathered at Portage culminate in this last big event of the debate season. Northern High School on January 7-8 to argue over the United States’ foreign policy. Being one of these, we had Congratulations to the Zion Debate Team for winning the state several debates throughout the weekend. My teammates, championship for the 2nd year straight! Erik Kraayeveld and Colleen Steigenga, were debating Back: Scott Hoelsema, Madison Drew, Scott Steenwyk, Seth Steenwyk, Keith Kloosterman, Paul Freswick, Olivia Pettit, Joel Miedema, Peter Hoelsema, Nathan VanderWall, Jordan Baker, Front: Mrs. Lisa Russcher, Caryn Baker, Abby Klett, Colleen Steigenga, Lynnae Doll, Sam Ryskamp, Matt Moorman, Ethan Tuinstra 4 Little Mountaineer Fun Night Face-painting, a maze, and lots of fun games were all part of the annual Little Mountaineer Fun Night on December 4, 2010. In order to raise funds for the Junior/Senior Banquet this spring, the Junior class invited all children three years old through 6th grade to spend the evening here at Zion. Parents enjoyed a free evening while their children had a great time playing beach volleyball, balloon stomp, eating pizza, and weaving their way through an obstacle course! Getting to Know Anna Lubbers 3rd Grade Alex Tobolic 4th Grade Audra Miedema Junior Keith Kloosterman Senior Linda Halmi Math Teacher Gijs Vanden Bogerd 6th Grade, JH Bible Teacher 5 Sarah Lubbers shows off her butterfly Most Prized Possession Favorite Website My American Girl Doll pbskids.org/ eekoworld Sometimes popcorn Go Michigan! Maybe going to Pennsylvania My family webkinz.com Ice cream Michigan State I really don’t know My dog Emery hulu.com A homemade chocolate chip cookie Michigan State Spend time with family Supper Michigan State A mission trip Hot chocolate occasionally Michigan State None yet Chocolate ice cream Maybe Michigan State Vacationing in Canada My truck fieldandstream. com A gold watch that biblegateway.com was a Christmas gift to my mom from my dad My soul (Mark 8:37) sermonaudio.com Food Typically The College Spring Break Plans Eaten Before Basketball Champion Bed will be... Geography Bee 2011 Kyle ten Haaf, Nolan Vander Wall, Thomas Tuinstra, Tom Ryskamp, Nathaniel Kwekel, Pieter Kraayeveld, Isaac Postma, Jonathan Vos, Chad Baker, Kendra Hesselink, Caleb Baker Zion Christian School held its 4th annual Geography Bee for 4th - 8th grade students this past December. Miss Kathy Vander Jagt read various questions about states, countries, and geographical terms while the participants answered in front of the judges, Miss Melissa De Jong, Mrs. Sue McCrory, and Mrs. Andrea Scholten. Students were allowed to miss only two out of seven questions during the preliminary round in order to advance to the final round, where they were only allowed to miss one question before being eliminated. The Bee ended with 4th grader Jonathan Vos as the winner and 6th grader Nathaniel Kwekel as runner-up. What a blessing it is to be able to learn about the incredible world that God created and then to use these gifts of knowledge in a friendly competition such as this. Spelling Bee 2011 On January 26, students in grades five through eight participated in the Zion Christian Spelling Bee. Three students chosen from each grade gathered in the gym, supported by family and classmates as they sought to spell increasingly challenging words. It was encouraging to see the students use the talents the Lord has given them in language. Congratulations to all the participants for a job well done and a special congratulations goes to our runner-up, Samantha Kuiper, and our winner, Tom Ryskamp! Back: Anna Carbone, Chad Baker, Christina Ybema, Tom Ryskamp, Jon DeJong, Samantha Kuiper Front: Willem Pettit, Nathaniel Kwekel, Joanna Verduin, Caleb Baker, Nolan VanderWall 6 Sportsmanship and Life Senior, Scott Hoelsema, was a finalist for the MHSAA ScholarAthlete Award. Here is an excerpt from the essay he submitted. Battle of the Bats The Zion baseball team will be playing Holland Black River in the second annual Battle of the Bats double header on Monday, May 23, at 4:00pm. Last year, Zion won the games that were held at Fifth Third Ballpark and took home the traveling trophy. This year the games will be held on Holland soil at Boeve Baseball Stadium located in the Buys Athletic Complex at Hope College. Please join us for this exciting re-match of the two Alliance League teams. For directions visit, www.hope.edu/pr/map.html. The Spring Classic The Zion baseball team will be taking on Alliance League rivals, the Pumas of The Potter’s House at Fifth Third Ball Park on Tuesday, April 26, at 4:00pm and 7:00pm. We hope to get the elementary students and choir involved as we did last year. Concessions will be available at the ballpark. Call the Zion office for tickets, (616) 878-9472. in a cheer at last a lead the crowd sm Pa vi Le d an r Arielle Bake Third Ballpark. mes held at Fifth year’s baseball ga 7 While many associate sportsmanship with playing fairly and acting gracefully (whether winning or losing), sportsmanship goes beyond this. Proper sportsmanship also recognizes the duty of one to one’s team. As students, we recognize the demands of other realms of life. Simultaneously, however, there ought to be a compelling feeling of the need to sacrifice for your team. We’re not in this to benefit ourselves, but to do all we can to build up the team. What does this have to do with sportsmanship? Patiently and objectively, someone with good sportsmanship takes time to help someone who is struggling. The importance of this shines through as it teaches us to do the same for others in other realms of life. Likewise, good sportsmanship also means accepting your place on the team, playing it to the best of your ability, and conducting yourself with dignity and cheer. I can personally “Good sportsmanship also means accepting your place on the team...” relate to this, as it seemed to me that during this past baseball season, I would rather have been in the outfield than “keeping the scorebook.” Nonetheless, after doing it for a while, I realized the help it could be to my team (especially the catcher), and I did my best to capitalize on any time when my new found skill might be helpful to another team member. The importance of sportsmanship in this aspect, then, is the spirit it teaches us to have. Whatever our position in life, we should be hard-working, dedicated, and involved members. The arena of high school educational athletics gives a solid footing for future circumstances. Practicing respect, caring through commitment, and striving for excellence are all values taught in a real way via sportsmanship at the high school level. Mountaineer Fund Overview Learning & Living for the Glory of God Every year, Zion Christian School must raise money to ‘bridge the gap’ between the true cost of education (the total school budget), and our tuition rates, which are established based on comparative market costs. As a school, we enjoy three major fundraisers every year, which primarily raise funds from within our school family community. The past two years, our fundraising efforts have fallen short of our goal and as Zion plans for the future, it is anticipated that an additional $40,000 - $80,000 per year will be necessary to meet our financial obligations. Based on this fundraising shortfall, the school board has been looking for ways to provide regular, non-donation income from sources outside our school family community. Mountaineer Fund Goal & Progress We have collected 300,000 Second Hand Store Concept 250,000 A second hand store committee was formed to study the feasibility of Zion opening a second hand store to support its education endeavors. This committee has thoroughly studied other school stores (six second hand stores), focusing on key indicators such as location, revenue, expenses, volunteer base, etc. The committee heartily recommended to the board that it pursue this option. The board and administration approved the concept and are working with the committee on the operational and financial details. 200,000 As this concept moves closer to reality, please consider how you might help. Areas in which help will be needed include: • Volunteering time to help at the store • Identifying and saving household items to donate to the store • Praying that the Lord would make His will clear to us as we pursue this significant endeavor 100,000 Please contact the school office if you are willing to be of service in any of these areas. Thank you in advance for your generosity. $121,606 150,000 Living Memorials are a special way to remember a departed loved one or friend and to honor someone who is very dear to you as you support Christian education. Living Memorials have recently been received in memory of the following: Anna Grit Dolores Kooienga John Te Winkel 8 Zion Auction 2010 A sincere thank you to everyone who participated in this year’s auction, “Fruitful Blessings.” We were truly blessed by those who gave, from donations, time commitments, purchases and prayers. The auction was able to raise over $69,000 for the Mountaineer Fund! We all had a wonderful night of fun and fellowship while helping raise funds for Zion. Please remember to patronize the businesses that so willingly gave to our cause. Zion Auction 2010 Donating Businesses 9 AAA Turf Inc. [Hudsonville] AC Delco Car Care Center [Hudsonville] Ace Hardware [Wyoming] Advantage Animal Control [Ada] Algoma Central Railway [Sault Ste Marie] American Pride Patios LLC [Hudsonville] Andiamo’s Pizza [Grandville] Andy Steensma Insurance Agency [Kentwood] Arnie’s Bakery and Restaurant [Grand Rapids] B.C. Pizza [Dorr] Big O Smokehouse [Caledonia] Bittersweet Ski Resort [Otsego] Bob’s Butcher Block [Jenison] Bounce Party [Kentwood] Brann’s Steakhouse of Grandville Brink Wood Products, Inc. [Byron Center] Broene’s Furniture [Allendale] Byron Center Meats Byron Family Restaurant Caberfae Peaks [Cadillac] Caledonia Farmers’ Elevator Camp Bow Wow [Hudsonville] Camp Rogue Campgrounds and Paddlesports [Belmont] Captain Sundae [Zeeland] Carabba’s Italian Grill [Grandville] Chateau Chantal [Traverse City] Chemical Bank [Byron Center] Cherie Inn [Grand Rapids] Cherry Valley Stove & Saw [Caledonia] Cindy’s Hair Care [Jenison] Comfort Suites [Grandville] Congressman Vern Ehlers [Grand Rapids] Costco Warehouse [Grandville] Country Needleworks [Jenison] The Courthouse Athletic Center Inc. [Byron Center] Culvers [Wyoming] Curves [Wyoming] Cutlerville Shoe Repair [Grand Rapids] D & D Mobile Locksmith [Byron Center] D.J.’s Landscape [Grand Rapids] Davis Mercantile [Shipshewana] DeHaan Tile & Flooring [Grand Rapids] Detroit Zoo [Royal Oak] Double JJ Resort [Rothbury] Dykstra’s Auto Service, Inc. [Hudsonville] Dynamic Wood Products [Saranac] Elder’s Appliance [Grandville] En Courage Institute for Teaching & Learning [Grandville] Excel Office Interiors [Grand Rapids] Express Care Lube & Car Wash [Wyoming] Farmers Co-Op Elevator [Holland] Farmstead Inn & Conference Center [Shipshewana] Fields Fabrics [Grand Rapids] Fillmore Equipment [Holland] First Companies [Grand Rapids] Forest Grove Farm & Lawn Equipment [Hudsonville] Forest Hill Foods [Grand Rapids] Fortune Chef Restaurant [Caledonia] Fox Pools [Comstock Park] Gemmen’s Inc. [Hudsonville] Gerrit’s Appliance Inc. [Wyoming] Gilmore Car Museum [Hickory Corners] Gleneagle Golf Club [Hudsonville] Gord VanLaan Excavating [Moline] Grand Health Partners Grand Pontiac [Grandville] Grand Rapids Bicycle Company Grand Rapids Children’s Museum Grand Rapids Symphony Grandville Home Furnishings [Hudsonville] Grandville Floral Green Bay Packers - Lambeau Field Atrium [WI] Groenink’s Elevator & Hardware [Nunica] Haan Jewelers [Byron Center] Heffron Farms [Belding] Heidi Christines Salon & Spas [Caledonia] Helms Masonry [Byron Center] Henry Ford Museum [Dearborn] Heritage Makers [Grand Rapids] Highlands Golf Academy [Grand Rapids] Holland Community Aquatic Center Holwerda Floral [Byron Center] Houseman’s Ice Cream [Byron Center] Hudsonville Grille [Grandville] Hudsonville Lanes Huizen’s Furniture of Galewood Inc. [Wyoming] I.D. & Company [Caledonia] Image Builders Marketing [Jenison] e, Connie Parks, ey Koetj e Members: Stac Auction Committe Carla Baker Rebecca Braam, Integrity Business Solutions [Grand Rapids] j b johnson photography [Hudsonville] JC Penney Salon at Woodland Mall [Grand Rapids] Jensen Jewelers [Hudsonville] John Ball Zoo [Grand Rapids] John P. Sterk & Sons [Jenison] Joymar Inc Carwash [Grand Rapids] Judd’s Body Shop [Byron Center] Jurgens & Holtvluwer [Grandville] Kapteyn Farm [Byron Center] Kenowa Auto Supply [Byron Center] Kentwood Office Furniture [Breton] Kim’s Consignment [Caledonia] Koetsier Greenhouse [Grand Rapids] Kroll Furnace Co. Inc. [Hudsonville] Lake Shore Fence, LLC [Hudsonville] Lamphear Service Company [Grandville] Landscape Impressions [Caledonia] Laninga Appliance [Byron Center] Lumberman’s [Wyoming] Macatawa Bank [Hudsonville] Macy’s [Grandville] Maggie Moo’s [Kentwood] Maly’s [Grand Rapids] Maple Hill Golf Course [Grandville] Meijer - 54th Street Meyer Music [Grand Rapids] Midwest Sign Company [Byron Center] Moelker Orchards [Grand Rapids] Monterey Grille [Caledonia] Mura’s Guided River Adventures [North Muskegon] Napa Auto Parts - Division Northwestern Mutual Life [Grand Rapids] Perkins Restaurant & Bakery [Jenison] Pet Supplies Plus [Wyoming] Pictured Rock Cruises, Inc. [Munising] Pilgrim’s Run Golf Club [Eau Claire] Pioneer Hi-Bred Seeds [Holland] Poll Building Unlimited LLC [Clarksville] Rainbow Grill [Grandville] Reformed Book Outlet [Hudsonville] Repcolite Paints [Jenison] River Ridge Family & Cosmetic Dentistry [Wyoming] Russ’ Restaurant [Cutlerville] Russel & Ballard Jewelry [Wyoming] The Scrap Yard [Grandville] Seif Chevrolet [Caledonia] Senator Mark Jansen [Lansing] 7 Seven’s Paint & Wallpaper [Grandville] The Shack [White Cloud] Shepler’s Mackinac Island Ferry [Mackinaw City] Silver Bullet Firearms [Wyoming] 16th Avenue Metal Designs [Jenison] Smith-Owen Sewing & Quilting [Grand Rapids] Splash Universe & Amish Country Inn [Shipshewana] Starlite Kitchens & Baths [Byron Center] State Farm Insurance - Ken Jipping [Hudsonville] State Farm Insurance - Kathleen Sullivan [Jenison] Stehouwer Frozen Foods, Inc. [Grand Rapids] Stone House Bread [Traverse City] Strider’s [Grandville] Swierenga Jewelers [Caledonia] Talsma Furniture [Byron Center] Target - Clyde Park Ted Miedema Concrete Construction Texas Roadhouse [Grandville] Three Chimneys Fireplace and Patio [Byron Center] Tillema Sales & Service, Inc. [Byron Center] Town & Country Tel-Com [Zeeland] True Vine Creations [Hudsonville] United Bank - Hopkins Branch [Hopkins] V & V Nursery - Jenison [Grandville] Van Andel & Flikkema [Grand Rapids] Vander Veen’s Dutch Store [Wyoming] Warm Fuzzies [Caledonia] WD Orthodontics [Jenison] Wesseling & Brackmann [Hudsonville] West Michigan Whitecaps [Comstock Park] William DeVries Orthodontics [Jenison / Byron Center] Wooden Spool Quilt Shop [Byron Center] Woodways [Zeeland] Ybema Farm [Hopkins] After winning the tickets at this year enjoyed fron ’s auction, t row seats Zion suppor at a recent Derrick Ros ters bulls game. e was just a Bulls all-star few steps aw ay! 10 Non-Profit U.S. Postage Paid Prststd Byron Center, MI 49315 Permit No. 16 7555 Byron Center Avenue Byron Center, Michigan 49315 (616) 878-9472 www.zionchristian.net Address Service Requested Early Childhood Quick Facts Preschool Pre-Kindergarten Meeting Times T & R, 8:15 – 10:45 M & W, 8:15 – 3:15 Begin Date September 20, 2011 September 19, 2011 End Date May 17, 2012May 16, 2012 Age Requirement Age 4 by December 1 Cost $825$2,000 Payment Options Prepay 10 Monthly Automated Account Debits 10 Monthly Invoices Age 4 by September 1 Join Us Please join us at our annual spring dinner for a night of fellowship and support of Zion Christian School. You may RSVP through your church contact or by calling the school office. We look forward to seeing you there! Date: April 28 Time: Punch Bowl 6:00, Dinner 6:30 Where: Zion Christian Gymnasium
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