Summer 2014

HIGHLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

Take Your Place “Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart.” Proverbs 3:3

How to Be: ....Becoming who He wants us to BE

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cover Patterns of Love and Faithfulness Summer is here! It’s been a good year and we hope you have a great summer vacation as you spend time together with family and friends. As we conclude the 2013-14 school year, we bear witness once more to God’s love and faithfulness. This time, we focus on His love and faithfulness to the individual as we walk in relationship with Him.

HCS Mission Statement In order to honor God, we nurture and guide students to see the Father’s creation to sense order in a world saved by Christ to serve God through the leading of the Holy Spirit Contact us 3040 Ridge Road, Highland, Indiana 46322 219-838-0356 www.highlandchristian.org Interim Principal, 2014-2015 Jim VanZyl Assistant to the Principal Karin Vredeveld Executive Secretary Jody Moes Director of Recruitment and Development Jodi Lineburg School bell layout Christina Woo

2014-15 Boards of Directors School Board FOUNDATION Board Jim Bandstra Paul Armendariz Dwayne Evenhouse Dwayne Evenhouse Jerry Kuiper Jill Feikema Craig Menninga Tricia Groot Gary Meter Roger Harasty Larry Otte Darla Kinkade Ryan Terpstra Dave Ravesloot Ed Saxsma Frank Van Til Frank Van Til Roger Yonkman Chris Yonkman

When we take time to reflect on the Lord’s leading, we can, no doubt, trace the pattern of His love and faithfulness in our daily lives. This is also true as we reflect on the unique places we hold in the community of Highland Christian School. Over the course of this year, we see the same pattern of love and faithfulness as we recount academic successes, take note of help received in times of need and remember grace displayed in times of correction. God has been good to us and we rejoice in the relationships we share. • Students, you have taken your place among your classmates and done a remarkable job in your studies. We have enjoyed you immensely and reflect fondly on the time we have spent in discovery and learning. • Parents, we appreciate the meaningful relationships we’ve built with you. It brings us great joy to work alongside of you as you lead your children to the cross and to academic success. We’re inspired as they discover truth, ask questions and demonstrate spiritual understanding. • Graduates, as you transition from your place as students to that of “alumni”, we will continue to pray for you. We know that the Lord will go before you and be with you as you diligently seek Him. • Stakeholders, we appreciate your unique role as those who equip our mission. There are many noble causes to invest in, but there is none greater than that of leading children to the cross as they grow in knowledge, discover the riches of God’s grace and the wonders of the world. Thank you for investing in Highland Christian School. The pages of this School Bell are filled with stories of accomplishments and activities that reveal God’s blessing, student testimonials that demonstrate His power, and reports that prove His faithful provisions. So, without further ado, keep reading!

Lauren Amatulli

Desmond Bailey

Collin Bultema

Andrew Feikema

Nascha Hladek

Benjamin Johnson

Raijai King

Jeffrey Kroll

Sarah Kuiper

Cassie Laninga

Jacob Lenting

Colton Lineburg

Jordan Miller

Emily Montalvo

Danielle Porter

Maurice Sullivan

Kyle Reynhout

Tori Terpstra

Jashawn Rogers

Tylor Torres-Regnier

Payton Vaca

Ryan Rudenga

Jennie Stas

Rachel Wilcox

Kyle Zuidema

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Sixth Grade Art Critics Rembrandt to Picasso, Reuben to VanGogh, Reynolds to... a strand of light bulbs? Yes, The Art Institute of Chicago has it all. The sixth graders spent a day viewing the 5,000 years of human artistic expression displayed at this encyclopedic art museum. They were, at times, both awed and astonished. The favorites were Seurat’s A Sunday on La Grande Jatte, the dot painting, and American Gothic by Grant Wood. Students enjoyed the modern art, but frequently commented, “I could do that!” We started the day with a guided tour. Docents and museum educators led the students to various pieces and explained the context, theme, and technique of each work. Students saw, first hand, how the themes they had been studying in literature were also reflected in art. In fact, the students were reading Chasing Vermeer by Blue Balliett, which is about the theft of a Vermeer painting. In this novel, the main characters try to recover the painting and their quest takes them to the Art Institute. After the guided tour, students could follow their steps and view the art work described in the book or just explore the museum on their own. For most students, this was their first visit to The Art Institute, and it was especially nice that our admission was covered by a grant from Target. The next day, students wrote letters thanking the corporation for their commitment to learning and art.

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Taking Their Place in History Student Testimonials Jake Lenting When I look back, I am so thankful to my parents for sending me to Highland Christian School. A few months ago, a few classmates and I shared our testimonies at school during Junior High Chapel on Thursday morning. Without Highland Christian, I probably wouldn’t have gotten the encouragement I needed after a hard experience. Without this school, an important part of my testimony would not be able to have been told. When I was down, my friends picked me up. Someday I hope when people read this, they will make the decision to send their kids to a Christian school. Now when looking back eight years, I see how my parents’ decision to send me to a Christian school was such an important one; without it, I would not be the person I am today!

Tori Ruffolo This school is important to me. When I lost a loved one, the students and teachers were so nice and helpful. If I was ever in a situation where I was being bullied, they would do something about it. It was scary to get up in front of everyone and give my testimony, but in the end it was nice to know that my friends and teachers were proud of me. Highland Christian School is the only school I have ever attended. I’m glad that’s the way it is. The school has inspired me in so many ways; for example, I have a love for the Bible! My teachers have inspired me to take that love even further- I hope in the future to become a Bible teacher myself! I love going to Highland Christian School and look forward to Illiana as well!

Macy Margherio When there were some problems in my life at home, I didn’t really pay attention much in school. I had too much on my mind. As a 5th grader, this was really hard on me! My mom always said, “Trust in God the Father, and He will take care of you!”, so I drew my full attention to Bible class, hoping for an answer. I finally learned that God will protect and take care of me. For once, I opened my eyes and believed!

Jordan Miller God has done so many wonderful things in my life. As I was growing up, I did not know Jesus as my personal Savior. Sure, we went to church on Sunday and I knew who Jesus was; I just didn’t believe. During first grade, my parents got divorced. I was devastated and for months I would wonder ‘God, why did you do this to me?’ I thought God must have disliked something that I had done. I blamed myself for my parent’s divorce; Satan used this against me to slowly make me feel farther and farther away from God. Then, with the help and wisdom of my Highland Christian School teachers and others, I was able to overcome that power. I began to realize the truth - it was not my fault that my parents got divorced. I realized that there are trials in our life that allow God to step in and help draw us closer to Him! God is now first in my life and will be forever!

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Sonshine Enrichment Center This spring was cold and wet, but our Sonshine students still managed to experience a unit of learning about sports and developing our large muscles.  We enjoyed playing soccer, T-ball, basketball, and some of our students even made stilts to practice our balancing skills.  We finished our year talking about summer; God gave us a few warm days so it did not feel too out of place. We are all looking forward to enjoying summer activities soon!! Another year has come to a close for Sonshine Enrichment Center.  Graduation took place on May 21. 67 kindergarten-bound students performed for family and friends. A grand celebration was had by all. We are grateful that God has led so many families to choose Sonshine Enrichment Center as their child’s first learning experience. We want to express our gratitude to all friends of Sonshine who have supported us in so many ways. We are excited as we look forward to the 2014-15 school year. Sonshine is now offering a 3-full day class in addition to our present class offerings. We trust God will continue to use our program to teach so many early learners about His creation and His love and care for each of us.

Skating Party This year’s skating party was held on May 15 instead of the usual month of February. The change worked out well because we had a huge turnout, with lots of students and parents rolling around the rink. Many younger students really improved their skills over the course of the evening and zipped around the rink without any trouble by the end of the night. It was a fun time for all ages to enjoy, and some students who no longer attend HCS even came to skate and hang out with friends again. There are always lots of roller skates to rent, but very few roller blades; Henry Groot saved the day (earned a Beep-Beep award) by buying out the supply of roller blades at etc... and initiating a little skate exchange at the rink. What fun!

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First Grade Riddles The first graders wrote and illustrated their own riddle books this year. Here are a few of the wonderful riddles...

The Best Riddle

Pop Quiz

by: Lauren Sherwood

by: Hilton Adolinama

I am very hot during the day, and very cold at night. I can make the ocean water move. I am very, very old. Sometimes, you can’t see me. It seems like I change shapes.

People put their fingers through me. I have gifts. I come in all sizes and colors. I give you things you need for every season.

What am I?

What am I?

The Brain Twister

My Little Riddle

by: Madison Specyal

by: Amelia Yonkman

I used to be busy, now I am all tied up. I am very, very old. I was missing, but now I am found. I am in Egypt.

I can live in the Atlantic Ocean or on land. I eat little fish. I have webbed feet. I am black and white. My nickname is a Sea Parrot.

I am the moon.

Who am I?

I am a mummy.

The Healthy Riddle by: Jeremiah Hudson I grow on trees. I come in many colors. I can be sweet or sour. Eat me, and you’ll keep the doctor away. Worms are found inside me.

What am I?

I am an apple.

I am a catalog.

The Sweet Riddle by: Lainey Schoon I am sweet. I can be a treat for parties. I have sprinkles. I have many different wrappers. I wear frosting on top.

What am I?

What am I?

The Farm Animal Riddle

The Eating Riddle

I am a puffin.

by: Lydia O’Riley I live on land. I have hair all over my body. I sleep standing up. My teeth get longer as I get older. People can ride on my back.

What am I? I am a horse.

I am a cupcake.

by: Kendall Van Prooyen I get used and washed. I can be made of silver or plastic. I have a little well and a handle. Sometimes people hang me on their nose. I hold your cereal for breakfast.

What am I? I am a spoon.

My Awesome Riddle by: Madelyn Terpstra I am held by a stick. I come in many colors, sometimes more than one. I come in many flavors. I am very cold. I am great on a hot summer day.

What am I?

I am a popsicle.

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Thirty-seven students and one director were busy throughout March, April and May preparing for two spectacular shows of Mulan Jr. The story is set in ancient China, where a young girl joins the army in her father’s place; bending tradition, but protecting the family honor. She finds new friends along the way (including a fire-breathing dragon) and in the end is honored by the Emperor himself and the land of China. The story was fun and action-packed with avalanches and sword fights. Mr. Rinkenberger was the fearless leader of the students, supporting and encouraging them to do the wonderful jobs they did with the roles. If you were there for either show (or both), you were guaranteed a fun time. The students and Mr. Rinkenberger worked hard and earned all the applause they received. We look forward to seeing all these actors in more roles in the future. Ancestors were played by Tori Ruffolo, Olivia DeYoung, Madeline Zandstra, Emily Montalvo and Kayla Sylvester. The Huns were played by Hannah Last, Lauren Woo and Angelina Verastegui. The Cheongsam saleswoman was Annie Kielpikowski. The Chinese soldiers were played by Ryan Rudenga, Sarah O’Riley, Savannah Morgan, Marissa Lopez, Emma Groot and Lindsey LaBuda. Anna Lenting was Mulan’s father, Audrey Zoeteman was Mulan’s mother, and Erin Yonkman was Mulan’s grandmother. Sarah Mapes played Chi Fu, Lexi Terpstra played the Matchmaker and Tori Terpstra played the Emperor. The main roles were Mulan, played by Macy Margherio, Mushu, played by Drew Hunt and Captain Shang, played by Andrew Feikema. Backstage were Lilly Armendariz, Jessica Bell, Heidi Bultema, Sarah Kuiper, Lily Laballiere, Cassie Laninga, Cate Peerbolte, Aslynn Riemersma and Rachel Wilcox. Lights were maintained by Jordan Miller and Josh Otte, and in the soundbooth were Jeff Kroll and Ethan Reynhout.

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Springsgiving Giving doesn’t just happen once a year. Thanksgiving is a great time of the year for us to remember those in need and give help to the community, but what about the rest of the year? The need doesn’t stop, and neither should our giving! For that reason, we started a new tradition here at Highland Christian School: Springsgiving! This is another opportunity to rally together as a body of believers and do as scripture tells us: to serve and to give! The Bible is filled with examples of people who give. From the stories of Elijah and the woman who gave him her very last bread, to Jesus giving food to the five thousand! Almost every story in scripture has an example of serving others and giving, from which we can learn. Recently, we gathered together as a whole student body and celebrated the opportunity to give! We were able to partner with the Beacon Light Food Pantry for our Springsgiving event, and provide them with a big load of food that will keep their shelves full for a little while longer! If you are interested in helping out or giving even more, there are many opportunities for students to serve over the summer! Find out more at foodpantries.org or roselandchristianministries.org

Flag Education Do you know who designed the first United States flag? Do you know when? The fourth graders at Highland Christian answered questions like these on a test given by the American Legion. They were first given a book to study, which contained facts about our U.S. flag. Three weeks later, our students were given a test about our flag. The test consisted of two parts – a multiple choice portion and a written portion. This same test was given to the other schools in the area as well. At each of the area schools two awards are given, one for the girl and one for the boy who receive the top score from their school. From those top students, a monetary gift was awarded to the boy and girl who earned the overall highest score. This year, both of the overall top scores were earned by students from HCS – Loralee De Young and Jordan Warren. Both of these students will move on to the next level of competition. Congratulations, Loralee and Jordan!

Spring Concerts The school community had the immense pleasure of attending two wonderful concerts this spring. The primary and elementary concert was held on May 20. The students entertained us with their cheerful songs, accompanying the music with hand movements and enthusiasm. It was a delightful evening. The Junior High Choir Band, and Beginner Band Concert was May 29. The bands and choirs took the audience on a journey from the farm (Beginner Band’s first song was “Old MacDonald had a Band”) to church (the band and choir performing the religious anthem “10,000 Reasons” and the band playing “The Crusader’s Hymn”) to the opera (the Junior High band played “The Phantom of the Opera”). Both concerts, under the direction of Mr. Rinkenberger, were excellent. As their director, Mr. Rinkenberger drew out the talents of the singers and players, allowing them to display the talents God gave them and to instill in the hearts of the listeners an appreciation of God’s gifts.

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National History Day 2014 This year’s National History Day theme was “Rights and Responsibilities.” Students could pursue one of five options: create an exhibit, a website, a documentary film, perform a historical drama, or write a paper. Any one of these options would then explore a topic relating to this theme. Highland Christian School’s six participants this year were seventh graders Chris Koutz (1st year), Julia Oostema (1st year), Cate Peerbolte (2nd year), and eighth graders Jeff Kroll (3rd year), Jashawn Rogers (2nd year), and Rachel Wilcox (1st year). Chris Koutz and Jashawn Rogers each created websites. Chris focused on the famous Scopes “Monkey Trial” of 1925, which took place in Dayton, Tennessee. This trial involved the case of a substitute teacher, John Scopes, who was fined for violating a state law against teaching evolution. The famous trial lawyer, Clarence Darrow, defended Scopes, but lost to another famous lawyer and politician, William Jennings Bryan. Chris’s project was entitled The Evolution of Intellectual Freedom. Jashawn focused on a famous reforming photographer of the Progressive Era, Lewis Hine. Hine gained fame by pursuing a hobby - photography, and eventually used this hobby to testify against child labor, as well as other labor problems. His photographs spoke volumes. Jashawn’s project was entitled Lewis Hine: A Portrait of Reform. Rachel Wilcox enjoys writing and therefore pursued that avenue. She was interested in the Holocaust, so she wrote about the voyage of the St. Louis, a German passenger liner that carried Jewish refugees to Cuba and Florida, attempting to drop them off where they would be safe. The main focus of her paper was Captain Schröder, who worked tirelessly to bring his passengers to a safe place, in spite of being turned away from Havana and Miami. Her paper was entitled Captain Gustav Schröder: Saving the Jews One Wave at a Time.

Jeff Kroll created an individual documentary film, The Aukiki: Indiana’s Lost River, about the dredging of the Kankakee River, which essentially channelized it to create more farmland. Also involved in this project was the draining of what was at the time Indiana’s largest lake: Beaver Lake. He related this to the theme by way of environmental rights. Julia Oostema and Cate Peerbolte teamed up to create a group documentary film, World War II: A Women’s Chance for Glory. This project explored how women became involved in new jobs during World War II, due to the shortage of male workers. These new roles eventually led to increased roles for women in the work place. After researching and creating these various projects, the students presented them to judges at the regional and, if they advanced, state contests. Highland Christian students participated in the Northern Region Contest held on Saturday, February 15, at St. Mary’s College in South Bend, Indiana. Any students receiving a first, second, or third place here, advance to the state level. Jeff Kroll received a first place and Julia Oostema and Cate Peerbolte received a second place at regionals for their projects and advanced to state. The state contest was held at Marion University in Indianapolis, Indiana, on Saturday, May 3. Here, Jeff took a second place and Julia and Cate took a third place. At state, all first and second places advance to the national contest held during the week of June 15 in College Park, Maryland. Since Jeff took a second place, he represented Indiana at nationals this year. Congratulations to him! Additionally, Jeff received the The Thomas Krasean Prize for Indiana History, which included a cash award of $500.00. Congratulations to Mr. Vander Woude, our NHD teacher, who received the2014 Patricia A. Behring History Teacher of the Year Award for the State of Indiana. All six of Highland’s students worked hard this year and represented the school well. We congratulate all of them for their achievements! Thanks also goes to the parents of these students for supporting them and transporting them at the contests. Summer 2014

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sports

Track The Highland Christian track team had another successful season. Our girls’ team was very small, with only 14 girls, but this did not dampen their enthusiasm or effort. Considering their size, they came in a very respectable 6th place at each meet this year. Way to go girls! The boys’ team really found their groove after coming in 4th place at the first meet, and took 2nd place at the last three meets! No school records were broken this year, although a few athletes came very close. We are very proud of what both teams accomplished this year and look forward to another successful season next year! Way to go Huskies! Coach Van Dyke and Coach VanderWoude

7th Boys’ Volleyball This season I had the opportunity to coach 7th grade boys’ volleyball. Since we did not have enough 7th graders, we opened up try-outs to the 6th grade. Our team was made up of three 7th graders and seven 6th graders. Boys’ volleyball is a short season; it is only about three weeks in length. We organized the team, learned the positions, and had our first tournament at Crown Point on March 8. The boys played phenomenally and took home 1st place. We then had two weeks to prepare for our next tournament at Illiana. We had a couple of matches during those two weeks. We won some and lost some, but the team learned to work together. The next tournament at Illiana was March 22. The boys played hard and came home second out of nine teams. Members of the 7th Boys’ Volleyball Team were: Sam Delahunty, Chris Koutz, Kyle Mulderink, Ben Meter, Eddie Spoelman, Marco Amatulli, Lance Mulderink, Marc Prince, James Klapak and Josh Matiscik. By Coach Timmer

8th Boys’ Volleyball 8th grade boys’ volleyball followed the same schedule as the 7th grade team. This team was coached by Mrs. Rudenga. The 8th grade also had about one week to practice before their first tournament at Crown Point. They took 5th out of 8 teams. They also had two weeks to practice before the Illiana Tournament.  The boys worked hard and by the end, every single team member was able to serve overhead in a game. The boys learned how to be leaders both on and off the court. They placed 4th out of 8 teams at the final tournament. The team consisted of: Collin Bultema, Ryan Rudenga, Kyle Reynhout, Jake Lenting, Ben Johnson, Tylor Torres, Andrew Feikema and Kyle Zuidema.

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Taking Their Place In New Positions Jim VanZyl Highland Christian School welcomes former principal, Mr. Jim Van Zyl, as he returns to HCS next year to serve as Interim Principal. Mr. Van Zyl served as HCS principal from 1995-2002, and we are thankful to him for his willingness to serve HCS again as we continue our administrative search.

Derek VanDyke Next year, I will be moving out of the gym and into the classroom, teaching junior high science. Growing up, PE and science were always my favorite subjects, but I never imagined that I would ever be a teacher. While in college, God revealed His plan to me, and I graduated Calvin with degrees in physical education and biology. After learning that Mrs. Timmer would not be returning, I again felt God’s direction and applied for the science position. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time as PE teacher and athletic director. This move will be bittersweet, as it will be sad to no longer teach the primary and elementary students, but I am excited about the upcoming chapter in my teaching career as I pursue teaching science, something I am equally passionate about.

Neil Krooswyk Neil Krooswyk is a familiar face around campus and recently finished a long term substitute role in Mrs. Jabaay’s fourth grade classroom. As a graduate of Highland Christian School (2005), Illiana Christian High School (2009) and Trinity Christian College (2013), we are excited to welcome Neil into the ranks of Christian education as the Physical Education Teacher/Athletic Director at Highland Christian School this fall. He is an avid sports fan, playing golf in high school and college. Over the past four years, he has served as a coach at Highland Christian School (basketball and soccer) and Chicago Christian High School (basketball). Mr. Krooswyk attends Community United Reformed Church. His favorite verse is Philippians 3:7-9

Karin Vredeveld I was greatly blessed to serve HCS as Interim Principal this past year. During the 2014-2015 school year, I will be serving HCS as Assistant to the Principal. I will continue to oversee the Indiana Choice (voucher) Program, standardized testing for grades K-8, curriculum review, and the School Improvement Team. A new responsibility for me (to which I eagerly look forward) is oversight of, and teaching in the Leveled Reading Program, which encompasses grades K-2. I look forward to continuing to serve God here as He uses me.

Sarah Timmer “Trust in the LORD with all your heart.” These are the words that are a comfort to my family and me as our life is changing. I am very sad to leave Highland Christian School. I have taught junior high science here for the last four years and I have enjoyed getting to know all the students and watching them grow and mature. I have also coached boys’ and girls’ volleyball and girls’ basketball. I believe I have learned as much from them as they have learned from me. I pray my next teaching position will be as great as it has been at HCS.

Joy Verkaik I have worked at Highland Christian for the past three years, first as a teacher’s assistant and then as the 3-day kindergarten teacher. It has been such a blessing to work with a community of believers. I am so thankful and excited to be teaching 2nd grade next year. I look forward to teaching science and social studies, as these were always my favorite subjects in school. It has been an amazing year for my family, as we were blessed with our first child, Anthony Jamison, in January, and I look forward to what God has in store for me in the years to come.

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2014-2015 supply list all classes need gym shoes to leave at school Kindergarten

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Crayola crayons – basic 8 (small) Elmer’s glue (4 oz.) 2 heavy duty two-pocket cardboard folders 1 roll of paper towels 2 boxes of Kleenex (150 or more count) 2 large containers anti-bacterial wipes to clean tables Headphones for the computers

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School box (approx. 8”x5”) Crayola crayons (24 count) Eraser (pink or green) Fiskar children’s scissors (pointed) 4 oz. Elmer’s white glue Blue two-pocket folder Two-pocket folder Large box of Kleenex Large container anti-bacterial wipes (75 count or more) 12 #2 pencils (labeled & sharpened) 3 Expo small tip dry erase markers Headphones for computers Boys bring: 1 box of Ziploc sandwich bags Girls bring: 1 box of band-aids

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Crayola crayons (24 count) Colored pencils (12 count) 2 two-pocket folders 4 oz. Elmer’s white glue Glue stick Pencils (no mechanical) Pencil sharpener that collects shavings Soft, pink eraser Spiral notebook (large rule) School box Scissors 2 black Expo dry erase markers (small tip) Large box of Kleenex Roll of paper towels 2 containers of kid-safe wipes, such as Wet Ones Box of Ziploc sandwich bags Box of Ziploc gallon-size bags

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Sharp scissors Pencils Pencil sharpener that collects shavings Crayons (24 count) Colored pencils Box of colored markers (8 or 10 count) Large box of Kleenex Ruler Soft pink eraser Small school box 3 two-pocket folder Large container of disinfecting wipes (ie. Chlorox) Roll of paper towels Spiral bound notebook 2 large glue sticks Girls bring: 1 box of band-aids Boys bring: 1 box of qt. or sandwich Ziploc bags

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Pencil sharpener that collects shavings 2 rulers with inches & centimeters (1 for school, 1 for home) Good scissors 3 two-pocket folders Crayons (24 is enough) Small school box Pencils 2 blue pens 2 large glue sticks Large box of Kleenex Colored pencils (16 is enough) Soft pink eraser Large container disinfecting wipes (75 or more) Roll of paper towels Box of band-aids Boys bring: 1 box of fat markers for shared classroom bin Girls bring: 1 box of sandwich size Ziploc bags

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Colored pencils (16 is enough) Small pencil box 2 large glue sticks Pencils Good scissors Soft pink eraser Roll of paper towels Large box of Kleenex Package of lined paper (wide-rule) Large accordion folder (7 sections) NIV Bible (Study Bible encouraged) can be used throughout Junior High – not NIRV Flashdrive strongly encouraged Boys bring: 1 box of sandwich size Ziploc bags & large container of disinfecting wipes Girs bring: 1 pack of 3x5 notecards (100) & 3 Expo dry-erase markers Note: We will provide an assignment notebook

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NIV Bible (NIV Study Bible encouraged) 3 boxes of Kleenex Pencils & pencil pouch (no pencil cases) Pencil sharpener Set of colored pencils Pens (blue or black) Glue stick Good scissors Scientific calculator Ruler Protractor Loose-leaf paper Large accordion folder (minimum of 6 sections) 3-ring 1” binder 1 notebook for each of the following classes: Math, Science, History, Language Arts, & Bible Small Spanish dictionary (if taking Spanish) 4 dry-erase markers for Geography (7th grade only) 1 bound composition notebook for Science 1 flash drive

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Taking Your Place For Our Future Telling Stories The beautiful truth is that everyone has a place at Highland Christian School’s table. As we talk around the table, we discover each others interests and the values that drive them. We discover the passionate calling God entrusts to each one. As God moves in and among us, we have opportunities to minister to each other. These stories echo in the gifts we receive. For the life, the story and the gift, we are grateful.

Estate Gifts Highland Christian School was honored to receive three family estate gifts this Spring. These gifts represent lives lived in faithful obedience to God. They act as permanent stakes in the ground, bearing witness to God’s faithfulness and love to a thousand generations who fear Him. We appreciate the legacy, the generosity and the testimony these gifts bear. To each family who is represented by these gifts, thank you. We intentionally remember you in prayer. Estate gifts are invested in the Highland Christian School Foundation where they grow and give back perpetually. If you are writing your last Will or reviewing your Estate Plan and wish to name Highland Christian School as a beneficiary, the HCS Foundation will contribute $200 toward your legal fees. For more information, please contact our Development Director, Jodi Lineburg, at 219.838.0356 x165.

Family Legacy Funds Make An Impact We are excited to share the good news of the Family Legacy Funds at Highland Christian School. This year the distributions from these funds totaled $20,192! What a grand blessing this is for our students! These donor advised funds have been established by families within Highland Christian School’s community to fund special interest areas. Currently we have five Family Legacy Funds, funding four special purposes as follows: Tuition Assistance - Mary Feikema Tuition Assistance Fund Music Lesson Scholarships - Case & Rosemary Van Til Family Legacy Fund Wishes and Needs - Frank & Gladys Van Til Family Legacy Fund, ABC Family Legacy Fund Special Education - Lineburg Family Legacy Fund If you wish to contribute to a Family Legacy Fund, or are interested in setting up one of your own, please contact our Development Director, Jodi Lineburg at 219.838.0356 x165.

Our most recent addition to the Legacy Prayer Plaza has been completed. Welcome to the Class of 2014!

The What & Why of the HCS Foundation The Highland Christian School Foundation is actually a sub committee of the School Board. These men and women serve because they place a high value on Christian education and are invested in the goals of Christian education. This Board meets quarterly to oversee invested gifts, develop gift income and generate revenue streams on behalf of Highland Christian School. In this way, we work to ensure a strong and vibrant future for Highland Christian School. Gifts that are received into the HCS Foundation are given in perpetuity. This means that principal gifts remain in the Foundation while distributions from the Foundation to the School come from the interest earned. Each year, the Foundation gives a gift to the school. This gift is used to decrease tuition costs and is applied as a tuition credit for families who choose to receive it. While the Foundation Fund is largely comprised of cash gifts - Tribute Gifts, Annual Gifts, and Estate Gifts - we are also equipped to receive various types of non cash gifts such as stocks and property. Our partnership with the Barnabas Foundation may be of interest to you if you are planning for this type of gift. Through our partnership with them, you have access to their gift planning services at no charge. In addition to cash gifts, the Foundation manages projects like the Legacy Prayer Plaza and oversees the operation of etc... a resale marketplace. Profits from the resale shop are returned and invested in the HCS Foundation. This is the largest income producer for our Foundation at the present time. When you participate in projects and get involved at etc... you are making a wonderful contribution to our future. Summer 2014

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friends in action

Auction Recap Highland Christian School’s annual Silent Auction, Bake Sale and Live Auction took place on April 25 and 26. The school theme this year, which is carried over and shared with our Auction is, “Let love and faithfulness never leave you, bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart.” Proverbs 3:3. The Auction logo for our books and shirts coincided with our verse. This year our logo was designed by one of our 8th graders Tori Terpstra. We extend a special thank you to her! It is so rewarding to see everyone pull together for this annual fundraising event. Students, parents,auction committee members, and teachers work so hard for the benefit of our school. What a wonderful reflection of God’s blessings on Highland Christian School! The auctions and the bake sale were able to collectively raise just over $115,000.00. That’s a new record!!

2014/2015 Calendar August 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . HCS Teacher Inservice August 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ice Cream Social 6-7:30 August 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . First Day of School – 1:45 Dismissal August 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . Convocation in the gym – 8:45 a.m. August 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . All School Picnic August 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Illiana Inservice – No School Sept. 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Labor Day - No School Sept. 2,3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SEC First Days Sept. 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . HCS Picture Day Sept. 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SEC Picture Day Sept. 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . School Improvement – No School Sept. 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . No School for SEC Oct. 17. . . . . Grandparents’ Day & Book Fair 12:00 Dismissal Oct. 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . No School for SEC Oct. 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . End 1st Qtr. Oct. 23,24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CEA Convention-No School Nov. 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Conferences - 12:00 Dismissal Nov. 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Teacher Work Day - No School Nov. 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . No School for SEC Nov. 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . HCS 1:45 Dismissal Nov. 27,28. . . . . . . . . . . . . Thanksgiving Vacation - No School Dec. 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . No School for SEC Dec. 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . HCS 1:45 Dismissal Dec. 22 - Jan. 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Christmas Vacation Jan. 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . School Resumes

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The auction committee would like to sincerely thank all who participated in the auctions and bake sale to make them such a success. We would like to thank all those who helped behind the scenes, setting up, displaying and tagging items, baking, cooking, and those who donated their time shopping for items. We also thank the kitchen staff who worked diligently to keep us all fed throughout the night! Thank you to our faithful donors each year and for those in attendance who made these events such a success! We thank you for your generous support and we thank the Lord for His continued faithfulness in blessing our school!

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Taking Its Place In Our History etc...5 Years Strong This May, etc... a resale marketplace celebrated its five year anniversary. During its five years in business, etc... has experienced continual, steady growth and has accomplished more than could have been expected or imagined. Reducing tuition for Highland Christian families and becoming a fixture in the Schererville business community, are some of etc’s... achievements within the past five years. etc has not only proved itself to be a successful business, but more importantly, successful in its role as a witness of Christ. etc... truly shines as a light for Christ every day its doors are open for business.

etc..., however, “is more than a mission”, explains store manager, Johnna Otte. The staff and volunteers at etc... refer to one another as family. “We laugh together, we cry together”, shares Johnna. The staff supports one another during times of difficulty and celebrates with one another during times of blessing every morning before the store opens, in a time dedicated for prayer and devotions. The etc... family extends further than the Highland Christian community, with 80 percent of its volunteers having no affiliation with Highland Christian. This has opened doors for volunteers to welcome those without church homes into attending church with them. etc... also partners with TAP, a disabilities program that serves Lake Central students with special needs. Some TAP students have become familiar faces and have formed special bonds at the store through several years of service. The formation of the etc... family provides ministry opportunities and embodies the community that God intended for His church. The hand of God working at etc... in the past five years has been apparent through the store’s countless successes and blessings. etc... is thankful for the Lord’s benevolence thus far, and is anticipating how they will perform the Lord’s work in years to come.

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High Honor Roll Third Quarter 2013/2014 Heidi Bultema Collin Bultema Olivia De Young Abby Ebbens Andrew Feikema Matthew Fulton Annie Kielpikowski Ben Knoll Sarah Kuiper Lindsey LaBuda

Cassie Laninga Hannah Last Anna Lenting Macy Margherio Ben Meter Emily Montalvo Julia Oostema Sarah O’Riley Cate Peerbolte Aslynn Riemersma

Ryan Rudenga Eddie Spoelman Kayla Sylvester Angelina Verastegui Rachel Wilcox Lauren Woo Erin Yonkman Madeline Zandstra

HIGHLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL 3040 Ridge Road, Highland, Indiana 46322 219-838-0356 www.highlandchristian.org

Honor Roll Third Quarter 2013/2014 Lilly Armendariz Taylor Bapst Jessica Bell Anna Delahunty Kaylee Evers Erica Gillespie Ben Johnson Jordan Miller

Clarissa Koutz Christopher Koutz Jeffrey Kroll Jacob Lenting Sarah Mapes Savannah Morgan Lance Mulderink Edward Prentice

Riley Schutt Jennie Stas Tori Terpstra Payton Vaca Seth Witham Kyle Zuidema

We invite you to join us for

the 2014 BACK TO SCHOOL picnic Saturday, August 23, 2014 4:30 to 7pm $1 Hamburgers $1 Hot Dogs $1 Beverages ... the rest is on the house!! Bring your lawn chairs and come on over! Rain or shine; we’re gearing up for a great time! We’ll be serving up traditional grill, lots of laughter, and all kinds of family fun! live music bouncy houses face painting “Train up a child in the way he should go and when he is old, he will not depart from it. - Proverbs 22:6

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