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is in the air as the 2015-16 school year begins!
We are happy to welcome four new faculty and staff members to the Turlock Christian JH/HS campus.
Alex Lazar
Ms. Morgan André: Morgan is
a TC alumnus who graduated
from the University of the Pacific
with a degree in Fine Art . She
teaches JH Leadership, Art,
Graphic Arts, and Photography.
Mr. Kevin David: Kevin is a pastor,
counselor, and teacher. He brings to
Turlock Christian over 18 years of
teaching experience. He teaches
English 7, English 8, English 10,
English 11, and Yearbook.
Dr. Natasha Gebhart: This summer, Natasha completed her doctorate in
BioChemistry. She teaches Biology, JH Science and AP Biology.
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Ms. Heather Allison: Heather, a TC alumnus and
graduate from California State University at Stanislaus.
She is our new JH/HS Librarian.
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Mrs. Vicki Harmon: Vicki is the mother of two TC
Alumni and she taught English at Turlock Christian. She
is our new International Student Coordinator.
Turlock Christian Junior High/High School
BACK-TO-SCHOOL NIGHT
AUGUST 25, 6:00PM
JH/HS Gym
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A student recently exclaimed to me, “Mrs. Winter, all the classes are my favorite; everything
is wonderful. I just love it here!”
That’s the greatest compliment I could have as Superintendent. Our kids are our greatest gift; they are our legacy for
future generations. That’s why we are so excited about the 2015-16 school year. God is doing some incredible things
at TCS and students’ lives are being impacted for all eternity. This year we have an anticipated record enrollment of
660 students, kids are still enrolling daily! Our theme verse Colossians 3:23: “Whatever you do, work at it with all your
heart, as working for the Lord,” sums up our philosophy to heartily serve the Lord and do everything with excellence!
We are so committed to honoring the Lord that we continue to commit to raise the bar to the highest standards, for our
kids and faculty.
In addition to our 95% college acceptance rate, and 1 to 4 years above national norms for our test scores, we continue
to raise the bar of excellence by improving our programs: academically, spiritually and through our extra-curricular
offerings.
There are several areas of improvement that have been or are being implemented this year:
 New ABeka Curriculum – Preschool
 Professional Growth & Curriculum Training – All School
 New Curriculum Committee – Preschool
 New playhouse, slide, easels, sensory table, board books, and flannel story storage cabinet – Preschool
 Office Remodel – Preschool
 New lawn and bark areas, shade umbrellas, and AC Unit - Preschool
 New Bible curriculum – JH/HS
 New novels – Elementary – JH & HS
 Chromebooks and carts – JH/HS
 New iPads for teachers – All School
 Google education – Preschool through High School
 New Website launching in September – All School
 New Upgraded Promethean Boards
 New Science curriculum – JH/HS
 Expanded Writing across curriculum resources – K-12
 Adding gifted program – Elementary
 Added Computer Programming – Elementary
 Added Robotics and Tynker Technology - Elementary
 Added extra Science teacher with doctorate degree – JH/HS
 Added flag football – JH
 Added Tynker Programming - Elementary
 In WASC & ACSI Accreditation Process – Infant through 12th
 Added Jazz Band – HS
 Expanding Choir Opportunities - HS
 Adding spelling, vocabulary, and grammar resources at all grade levels
 Adding Piano Courses – JH/HS
 New Administrative Office Complex to open in October, which includes teacher workroom
New High School course offerings include:
 Ag Communications
 Ag Mechanic welding
 Intro to Bible
 Graphic Arts
 AP Physics
 Biblical Leadership/Student Government
 ESL curriculum
 Advanced ESL
Thanks for entrusting us with your kids. It’s our privilege to serve together with you at TCS.
Partners Together,
Karen Winter
TCS Superintendent
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The 2015 Stanislaus County Fair was a huge success for the Turlock Christian FFA! There were 17
TC FFA students showing at the fair this year: 4
students showing dairy cattle (Nicole Sanders, Alyss
Myers, Tori Vieira and Kaylene Baskin); 2 showing
rabbits (Jade Patterson and Alexis Smith); 1 showing
in the beef cattle category (Taya Hayes); 8 showing meat
goats (Rachel Pimentel, Hannah Burgess, Claire Jones,
Abbie Morelli, Nicole Mendonca, Jared Zuniga, Alexis Smith
and Meghan Mark); 1 showing a market lamb (Kaylene
Baskin); and 2 showing market hogs (Caleb Heppner and
Morgan Zuniga).
Highlights of the fair: Taya Hayes won “Freshman Beef
Cattle Showmanship” and Kaylene Baskin won “Novice
Dairy Cattle Showmanship.” Nicole Mendonca received
“Reserve Supreme Market Goat.” Meghan Mark received
7th place in “Market Goat Showmanship,” and Abigail Morelli
received 3rd in Market Goat Showmanship.” Alexis Smith
placed 3rd in “Novice Rabbit Showmanship.” Tori Vieira,
Alyss Meyers, and Nicole Sanders all made it into the final
round of the Replacement Heifer Show and they sold their heifers at fair.
See our Facebook Page (turlockchristianffa) to see all the pictures and full details!
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Fall Sports are already up and running at Turlock
Schools but it's not too late to get involved!
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Our High School and Junior High Teams are looking for more students who want to know the
thrill and excitement of playing for the EAGLES! If you are not already signed up and practicing, contact our athletic directors (listed below) to find out what you need to do!
Our Fall Season Teams for both High School and Jr. High include Cross Country, Cheerleading, Football, and Volleyball. For Jr. High we have both "Tackle" Football as well as "Flag.”
Games are just around the corner but there is still time to join! Call tomorrow and get started
tomorrow as a member of the Turlock Christian EAGLES!
Junior High Athletics—Randy Hopkins—(209) 620-9490
High School Athletics—Jake von Scherrer—(305) 218-1325
FALL SPORT SCHEDULES
Keep up to date with fall sports schedules at www.turlockchristian.com.
Select “TC Athletics” on the sidebar—in the middle of the page, CLICK on
the SPORT .
SATURDAY, AUGUST 22
MONTE VISTA CAMPUS FIELD
In addition to meeting all TCS Junior High and High School teams, the Eagle Varsity Football Team will
be scrimmaging Riverbank High School in a preview of the team that will take the field for the upcoming
2015 Varsity Football season!
The activities begin at 3:00pm while the Football Scrimmage will start at 4:00pm. The TCS Boosters will
be selling concession items throughout the event which will wrap up around 5:30pm. It promises to be a
fun filled afternoon and we really hope you will come out and join us!
The cost for adults is just $5 for adults and $3 for TCS students with all proceeds going toward Eagle
Athletics.
Come out and meet the teams while you help support the Turlock Christian School Eagles.
Coach Jake
Athletic Director & Head Football Coach
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From June 28 - July 12, 2015, a team of 24
TC students and six adults experienced an
incredible short term missions trip to the
Dominican Republic. The team partnered
with Students International participating in various occupational ministries: Dentistry, Social Work, Education, Special Education, Sports,
Micro Finances, and Community
Health. The Dominican Republic
experience can be described as a
time of allowing God
to take each individual
to places (literally,
spiritually, and emotionally) where they
had never been
before. In summary,
the time in the DR will continue to
impact the lives of the team members
for many years to come.
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August 22
August 25
September 7
September 9
September 11
September 16-18
September 21
September 23
September 24
October 1-8
October 5-9
October 14
October 14
October 14
October 15-16
Fall Sports Tailgate Party—3:00pm
JH/HS Back-to-School Night, MVC Gym—6:00pm
NO SCHOOL—Labor Day Holiday
Dr. Craig Hazen from Biola University Chapel Speaker
K-12 Minimum Day (12:00pm dismissal)
HS All-School-Retreat
TC College Fair, MVC Gym—11:00am-1:30pm
See-You-At-the-Pole—7:30am
Grandparents Day
8th Grade Washington D.C. Trip
Homecoming Week
PSAT Test—8:00am-12:00pm at TC
End of Quarter 1
Biola University Chapel
NO SCHOOL, Faculty In-Service
For more information go to
ww.turlockchristian.com.
Parents Prayer Community
TCS values the importance of prayer as a part of who we are as a school and community. Prayer
is essential and central to the Christian life and we believe central to success of TCS, the students, staff and mission. Will you join together to pray for Turlock Christian? We believe lives and
whole communities can be changed through parents joining in prayer. Moms, dads, students and
grandparents are all welcome to come and pray. Consider participating in praying for our school
community.
Weekly Prayer: Every Tuesday, 7:30am – 8:30am / TCS Library (come and go as you are able)
“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.” Colossians 4:2
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For more information:
Chuck Boswell
(209) 632-2337
cboswell@tcschools.us
or
jgordenier@tcschools.us
Dr. Craig Hazen
Director of Christian Apologetics, Biola University
“Christianity and the Challenge of World Religions”
September 13 at 9:55am MVC Sanctuary
Parents are welcome.
Mission Statement
TCS is an independent Christian school that prepares young men and women for college and life by providing challenging
opportunities to excel in the vital areas of faith, virtue and knowledge.
Turlock Christian Schools
1619 E. Monte Vista Avenue
Turlock , CA 95382
Phone: 209 632-2337
FAX: 209-632-5859
www.turlockchristian.com
Core Values
Developing effective leaders
Partnering with families and community
Developing the whole child
Honoring Christ in all we do
Living with integrity
Pursuing excellence
Serving other and impacting the world for Christ
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