Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ.
                                                        I Cor. 11:1

UPCOMING EVENTS: May 11 – Chapel, 9:15 a.m. 5^th Grade Handbell ringers are asked to be at school at 7:55 a.m. to help

                                                          set up for chapel.

                                            May 12 – Dordt Track Meet (all 5^th graders to participate, rain date is May 13)

                                         May 14 – K-5 Skating Party, Carousel Skate, 12:30 – 2:30 p.m.

                                            May 17 – 4/5 year old Preschool program, 9:00 a.m., Shalom Christian Reformed Church

                                                          Last day of school for MWF and MTTh Preschoolers

                                            May 18 – Field Day for grades K-5. Last day of school for TTh Preschoolers and TThF Kindergarteners.

                                            May 19 – Last day of school for MWF Kindergarten and grades 1-5.  Noon dismissal – no hot lunch, no

                                                         Kid’s Corner.

                                            June 5 – SFC Golf Classic, Spring Creek Golf Course

WOW!!!  What a great performance!  Thank you, Mrs. Rohde, Mrs. DeLange, and the K-2 students for an outstanding musical program last night!  God’s gifts in you were so evident as you taught us again how God seeks the lost, rejoices over their return, and wants us to love our neighbors. It is a blessing to hear so many voices praising our God!  

5^th GRADE HANDBELL RINGERS are asked to be at school at 7:55 a.m. on Tuesday, May 11 to help set up for chapel. 

PARENTS OF 4^TH AND 5^TH GRADE STUDENTS are encouraged to join us for chapel on Tuesday, May 11 at 9:15 a.m.  At this chapel, Bibles will be presented to our 5^th Grade students.  The 4^th and 5^th grade Handbell Choirs will also be performing.  The 5^th Grade ringers will also be “ringing” us a story called “Joseph and the Coat” based on the Bible story.  We look forward to seeing you there! 

KID’S CORNER OPENINGS for the fall:  Kid’s Corner Director – please call Mr. Van Soelen at the Elementary campus for more details and for an application. Kid’s Corner Caregivers – one opening from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. at the Elementary campus, two openings for afternoons at the Elementary campus.  Please call the Elementary office at 334-7397 for an application. 

JOIN US IN PRAYER at the new school site!  Moms In Touch groups from both campuses will be meeting at the new building on Monday, May 10 between 8:15 and 8:25 a.m.  Terri Jorgenson will be leading a group out from the HS campus leaving at 8:15 am if you would prefer to meet there first. Please bring a lawn chair to sit on outside the building and plan to walk the halls and go into the rooms to pray. If you can, please join us for this special time of prayer. 

THE K-5 SKATING PARTY will be Friday, May 14, from 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. at Carousel Skate.  PLEASE NOTE: 

·          The admission price is $3.50 per student (no checks accepted).  No discount for bringing your own skates/blades.

·          Kdg. and 1^st grade students who need to rent skates should bring to school their skate size written on a piece of paper.

·          ALL DRIVERS MUST BE BACK AT CAROUSEL SKATE BY 2:15 P.M.  The lower grades will need help with shoes, skate returns, etc.  Thank you! 

KINDERMUSIK CAMP will be held June 21-25 at the SFC Elementary campus.  Sessions are available for children ages 1 ½ - 3, 3 – 5, and 5 – 7.  Kindermusik Camp is open to any families in the area.  No prior Kindermusik experience is necessary.  Classes will include singing, instrumental play, and games plus arts and crafts for the older children.  Fill your summer days with sunshine, smiles, and singing! Please contact Susan Wold Rohde for information or 334-7397 (school). 

A GREAT DAY OF GOLF!  The Sioux Falls Christian Golf Classic is quickly approaching!  Spring Creek Golf Course is the place to be on Saturday, June 5, for an outstanding day of fun and fellowship.  Get your team together for an 18-hole, four-person best shot tournament.  Your noon meal is included, prizes are awarded in each flight, and there are numerous hole prizes!  Registration forms and fees need to be in by Friday, May 21 – tee-time preferences are given to the first paid registrations.  Registration forms for the tournament are available in the office.  Your fun also supports a worthwhile cause - all proceeds from this tournament are designated for Tuition Aid for our SFCS families. 

SUMMER CLEANING FORMS were mailed out last week along with tuition statements, TRIP news, etc.  At registration in the fall, each family signs up to either spend four hours cleaning our schools, or to pay an $80.00 fee.  If you have not cleaned during the school year and do not wish to pay the fee, you will need to sign up for a summer cleaning slot.  Please return your completed form to either office by May 7, 2004.  Jobs will be assigned on a first-come, first served basis! 

EXTRA ICE CREAM BUCKETS? Mr. Axtell would like several ice cream buckets to use for janitorial tasks.  If you have extra ice cream buckets (with or without lids) that you would like to get rid of, please bring them to the Elementary office.  Thank you! 

MOMS IN TOUCH is a group of parents who meets together weekly to lift up our children and school in prayer.  We would love to have you join us next Monday morning at 8:25 at the new site!  This week please pray the following for your child(ren):  “Father, let (child’s name) make every effort to do what leads to peace” (Rom 14:19). You may put any prayer requests in the “Moms In Touch” mailbox located in the Staff Workroom. 

 HOST HOMES NEEDED! SFCS is currently seeking host homes for 5-8 high school foreign exchange students for the 04-05 school year.  There are many students from other countries who want a Christian education in the United States.  If you are interested in opening your home to one of these students, please contact Mr. Woudstra at 334-1422.  We are currently working with a Christian-based program out of Washington who places students from Korea.  This program does pay the host home on a monthly basis to have the students in the States. Mr. Woudstra would be happy to visit with any family that has an interest in this program or in any Foreign Exchange opportunity. 

FINANCIAL AID FORMS must be returned with the appropriate documentation and fee to the Christian School Tuition Assistance Service by May 15.  Forms are available in the school offices.

 RECYCLE THOSE OLD CELL PHONES and raise money for our school.  We have recently partnered with Cellular Funding, a company that will pay us for any de-activated cellular phones that we collect and send to them.  Cellular Funding recycles the phones and then re-sells them in South America.  They pay us according to the model and age of the phone.  You may send your old phones to school with students or drop them off at either school office.  The student who collects the most phones the week of May 3-7 and the week of May 10-14 is eligible for a prize - $50.00 for first place and $25.00 for second place.  If you have any questions, please contact Terri Jorgenson in the Development Office at 334-1422. 

BUS DRIVERS ARE NEEDED!! SFC is in need of more bus drivers for the 04-05 school year.  As we grow in size, our need for busing to events also grows.  Please consider the opportunity to drive bus for our student’s events.  If you are interested, please contact Mr. Van Soelen at the Elementary campus or Mr. Groen or Mrs. Lohse at the MS/HS campus.  The amount of time and work to get your CDL is minimal, the pay is unbelievable, and you would be providing a great service to our students. 

POSITIONS AVAILABLE:  SFCS has the following positions open for the 2004-2005 school year: Band Instructor – full time, grades 5-12.  Full-time cook - Needs experience in grill station and high volume.  Part-time dishwasher - Will assist with stockroom and clean-up; will be lifting 50 lb. cases.  Volunteers - To help serve lunch and wipe off tables and chairs – approximately 2 hours per day.  Full-time Custodian for 2:00 – 10:00 p.m. shift.  If you or someone you know would be interested in these positions, please contact Mr. Woudstra at 334-1422 or send resumes to SFCS, 1000 S. Sycamore, Sioux Falls, SD  57110. 

FOR SALE:  Yamaha trombone in good condition, $150.00.  Please call Bruce or Diane Rens at 357-8725. 

2004 SUMMER DAYCAMP/DAYCARE Sioux Falls Christian Elementary will again have a Daycamp/Daycare for children ages 5-11 running from June 1-July 30.  A detailed brochure is available in the SFCE Office.  Please contact Lisa Schelhaas at 371-0992 with any questions.

PLEASE CONTINUE TO SAVE Campbell’s Soup labels, BoxTops for Education, and Crossroads receipts. There are drop boxes in the Staff Workroom, or you may bring them to the Office. 

STAFF TREATS:  Please bring to the Staff Workroom by 9:00 a.m.  Thanks!

                        May 12:  Carrie Sprout                              May 19:  Brad & Carilyn Van Kalsbeek

 MENU: Parents, grandparents, & special friends are always invited to join us for lunch!  PLEASE CALL THE OFFICE BEFORE 9:00 A.M. IF YOU WILL BE JOINING US.  Thank you!  Adult meal = $2.20    Child Meal - $1.80 

THURS, 5-6:  Breaded Chicken Patty on a Bun, Baby Carrots, Jello with Fruit, Potato Chips, Milk

FRI, 5-7:  Mini Corndogs, Potato Wedges, Grapes, Oatmeal Cookie, Milk

MON, 5-10:  Chicken Noodle Soup, Mixed Veggies, Peaches, Pretzels, Milk

TUES, 5-11:  Turkey Roast, Mashed Potatoes with Gravy, Buttered Corn, Dinner Rolls, Milk

WEDS, 5-12:  Sloppy Joe on a Bun, Tri Taters, Applesauce, Animal Crackers, Milk

THURS, 5-13:  Cook’s Choice

FRI, 5-14:  NATIONAL HAMBURGER WEEK!  Hamburger on a Bun, Tater Tots, Orange Wedges, Chocolate Chip Cookie,

                Milk