Coming Up:

May 14 - Grade 8 Immunizations May 17 - Field Day at SCS May 18 - Welcome Day for new JK Students

Track and Field Meet:

This Thursday is our local track and field day at Sarnia Christan School. As in the past two years, we are joining with our neighbouring Christian school School to build co-operation and to inspire competition. Thanks to the many parents who have volunteered to help out. We are still looking for a volunteer for Running Long Jump in the afternoon as well as help with Ball Throw/Shot Put. Please call the school if you can help out! Note regarding buses for track and field day: The Transportation Committee will alter the pick up and return schedules for Thursday to permit a more efficient route to Sarnia. A sheet with times will be sent home on Tuesday..

Congratulations

Staff and students salute Jesse Korvemaker and Samantha Korvemaker for their success that the Legion's Provincial Level Remembrance Day Poster Contest. Jesse' black and white poster placed first in this province; Samantha's colour poster placed second. We appreciate your gifts. Well done, Jesse and Samantha! .

 Peregrine:

Last Friday, Mr. Nash came to JKCS to present on the peregrine falcon. He explained the work of his foundation which intends to encourage this species' survival. He showed how falcons have adjusted to living in urban centres and substituting high rise buildings for their natural preferred habitats of high, rocky cliffs. The highlight of the presentation was, of course, actually seeing a live peregrine falcon. As he explained its many unique characteristics - its speed of over 300 mph, its specially designed nostrils and eyelids, its specific markings - it struck us that this bird is a marvellous example of God's gracious providence. Given that there are only a few pairs in Ontario, it was special to have this opportunity to appreciate that.

Two-Pitch Afternoon:

Sarnia Christian and Wallaceburg Christian Schools have been invited to Wyoming for an afternoon of co-ed two-pitch. It will happen right here at John Knox beginning at 12:45 next Friday, May 25. For your information, we are not hosting a larger two-pitch tournament this year due to the fact that the Central Lambton public schools are not able to participate.

JKCS Sports Jerseys:

are for sale again! Due to the previous company no longer being in business, we had to source a new company to order from. The Order forms are attached to the Knox Talks. If you would like a Jersey before the end of the year, please submit your forms by THIS THURSDAY, May 17. The shirts usually take about 2 weeks to be delivered, but we can’t guarantee that. If you have any questions, please call Shelley Korvemaker.

New JK Students Welcome Day:

This Friday, May 18, the 2012/2013 new JK students will be visiting Kinderstart. Please make them feel welcome! There will be no school for the current SK students.

Position Available:

John Knox Christian School is looking for someone to fill a unique role at the school. It is working with the resource teacher to administer one of our key reading support programmes called the Barton Reading, Writing, and Spelling Programme. The key requirements are: Education: Minimum required is a secondary school graduation diploma. Preference is given to candidates who have additional education in ECE, CYW, or in related university programmes. Strengths: Candidates should have demonstrated strengths and interests in language arts, especially in the foundations of language. Additional Qualities: 1) Candidates must understand and maintain the tight structure of the set programme. 2) Candidates should demonstrate positive qualities including patience and encouragement. 3) Candidates must have an understanding of and love for Christian education, should model Christian character, and apply Christian values to their work. Further Details: Candidates would work with students on a one-to-one basis. The job requires four mornings a week from 8 am to 11:15 am. The programme will run for up 34 weeks of the school year. Training is provided. For more information, please contact Mr. Boersma at the school.

Vouchers

Some great news from your voucher committee.  Did you know you may use your NoFrills, Superstore, Independant Grocer gift cards to purchase gift cards from other stores? Each of these grocery stores have on display gift cards for a variety of items.  You may purchase phone cards, fuel cards, restaurant cards, retail store gift cards and many more. So next time you are doing your grocery shopping, check out the other gift cards that are available to buy and save up even more John Knox Tuition dollars. Come visit us on Thursday's from 1:00 -2:30 in the spare classroom, or send your order in via backpack express. If at any time you would like to know your balance on record with us, just send in a note with your order and we may forward that amount to you. Also we are now sold out of the paper gift certificates from Foodland and will now be offering the plastic gift cards in the following amounts: $25.00, $50.00 and $100.00.  If at any time you require more information about this program please feel free to speak to any voucher committee member.

Interested in or Curious About Christian Education at John Knox?

If you would like to know more about John Knox Christian School, please feel free to contact us via email, phone, or in person. Information packages are available and we would be glad to give you a tour of our school and opportunities to check out the curriculum and meet the staff.

"Knox Talks" Online!

Each school week the Knox Talks will be available for download and printing (in PDF format). Perfect for when the paper version comes home soggy, torn or not at all! Click the top link in the left-side navigation for this weeks issue.

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