We had a wonderful graduation ceremony on Wednesday, June 24th. Family members were on hand to see their children receive awards and their diplomas. We recited Bible verses, sang songs and enjoyed a snack after wards. It was a great day! Now we are ready to enjoy a fun summer, full of surprises and blessings. Thanks, Pre-K 4 children and parents, for a great year!
Miss Holden
Check out “Galleries” for some great pics.
The Creative Writing Festival is an annual event held by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) where students can use their written talents to express themselves. Entries are first judged on a district level and those receiving a score of “Superior” (the highest possible) are then sent to the regional level.
Evangel had the honor of having three of our students sent to the regional adjudication. On the regional level, each of these three received marks of “Excellent” and therefore will be showcased in a Creative Writing Booklet published by the ACSI Northeast Regional Office.
The students are Jennifer Munoz of 4L, Lauren Vicuna of 8F, and Stephanie Reis of 11C. We are so proud of their hard work and congratulate them on their expressive writing!Mrs. Candelier
During the 2008-2009 school year, the PTF held 3 Scholastic book fairs. As a result students were able to purchase award winning books at a very reasonable price, especially with the “Buy One, Get One Free” sale.
Our library obtained over $1200 in books and resources, and our elementary classes got free books.
The last book fair took place on June 4th and our eighth graders had a very special moment. As they looked around flipping pages and selecting books, they realized this fair was the last one before they go into high school. A group gathered together and started praying. It was a very emotional moment as we watched the students talk to their Abba Father.
We are so blessed to be in a school were even in the midst of a simple book fair, the name of our Lord can be glorified.
Mrs. Barillas
Evangel Christian School held it’s first International Week from May 4th-8th. To show the diverse cultures and nationalities our staff and student body represents, teachers and students researched one country their family is from. Students used time in computer class to look up information about their home country. During the week, students had select days in which they could bring food from their native land, dress in their flag’s colors, and wear native attire. During one class period, each student made presentations about the research they gathered. The highlight of the week was each staff and student coming down to our main floor to put a pin in the city that their family is from on a humongous world map. We invite you to see and celebrate all the cultures represented at Evangel and be sure to check out the pictures from this exciting week in our gallery.
Every year our students anxiously await the arrival of Elementary School Field Day. This is a day where local private schools get together and compete in track and field events. Not only do our students get to show off their speed and strength, but they unite together as one body to support and encourage one another. Our middle school did amazing this year with the 7th grade boys, 7th grade girls and 8th grade boys all taking 1st place. I was very impressed not only with how well they preformed, but with the amount of maturity that they exemplified. – Mr. Wong
In honor of Mother’s Day, the PTF held a sale on Thursday May 7, 2009. Students were able to buy something special for their mom, grandmother, aunts, etc.
It was such a delight to see the children looking around in excitement to pick the very best gift for mom: chocolate roses, cards, baskets, mugs and of course, jewelry for the queen of the house!
This sale was not a fundraiser; the purpose was to give the children the opportunity to give back to their mothers. We had items for as low as 25 cents giving everybody the chance to take a gift home.
A special thanks to our volunteers who made this sale a hit! Their kindness and love helped the children obtain the best for their money.
After all, we wanted to express our love to:
… that extra special mother who has dedicated years of service and love to raising her children.
…the mother who has sacrificed for her children to have more than she ever had
..the mothers that are just blessed with that extra patience and kindness…to every mother out there that we thank God for every time we think of them.
Proverbs 31:28 NIV “Her children arise and call her blessed;”
Olimpia Barillas – President
Several middle school students and one elementary student had the privilege of participating in the Annual Association of Christian Schools International Art Fair in North Stonington, CT. The students were exited to get out of the city and to see for themselves what the competition is like.
Upon arrival to North Stonington Christian Church & Academy we attended a chapel service. This chapel service was where all the schools introduced themselves and guest speakers shared how God can use art and is the Master Artist. After chapel we headed to the wreck room where students were served lunch and had the opportunity to interact with kids from other schools. After lunch everyone headed to the school where all the artwork and ribbons were displayed. The artwork was judged before schools arrived and were rated Superior, Excellent or Good.
One piece of artwork (made this year) was submitted for each student and was compared with that of other students of the same grade level from other Christian schools. Evangel Christian School did an excellent job! Abrianna Ross (kindergarten) and Sopia Paskov (second grade) came in 1st in their age group, April Joanne Abortante (eighth grade), Angelie Cesario (seventh grade), Nicholas Reyes (fifth grade) and Christian Pascal (first grade) came in 2nd in their age group and last but not least Kreg Franco (seventh grade), Kristina Papacostas (seventh grade), Natale Barbosa (seventh grade), Astroy Semple (sixth grade), Amber Reyes (fourth grade) and Emmily Carrasquillo (eighth grade) came in 3rd in their age group.
Although we did a great job this year we plan to come back next year even stronger and ready to give all the other schools a run for their money!
Ms. Arnau
Lights! Camera! Action! Middle School students of ECS worked long and hard to not only entertain but also share the Gospel of Christ to Evangel Church attendees on Sunday, May 17, 2009. Featuring musical performances, dancers, testimonies, and scripture reading, the aim of the show was to please and please it did!
Highlights of the show included members of the school’s dance elective performing Hip-Hop to “Jump, Jump” and a lyrical piece to “God is Here.”
Music students wrote their own songs during music class this semester, and it was amazing to see these songs come to life!
One sixth grade students surprised his adoptive mother by sharing his testimony of being placed in a foster home and the process of being adopted. He expressed his gratitude to his Lord and Savior. God is awesome!
The Middle School student’s efforts showed and they did not disappoint! Check out the singers and dancers in action in our gallery!
Mrs. Candelier
On Sunday, May 3, 2009, the congregation of Evangel Church was treated to a spectacular display of talent! Evangel Christian School’s littlest lambs, from Pre-K3 through 5th grade, sang, danced, read scripture, and gave awesome testimonies for the glory of God.
Featured in the annual Elementary Spring Show were the Junior Praise Dancers who performed to “Holy Spirit, Rain Down” and the Junior Chorus singing “He Knows My Name.” The Junior Drama Team gave a hilarious account of “The Eight Dwarf”–a mini-play featuring the character, Forgetful, who although he forgot many things, God never forgot him! Forgetful, and the audience, learned that he was fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14)!
The grand finale featured the Junior Chorus and Praise Dancers coming together in “Firm Foundation”.
Teachers and students alike worked hard to make this production possible and it sure was worth all the hard work! Check out our school’s picture gallery to see the performers in action!
Mrs. Candelier
“N”ever give up. “E”ncourage others. “D”o your best.
The above represents the acronym for N.E.D., and on May 22 The NED Show proved to be a fun and interactive way for our Pre-K through High School students to learn the importance of being their best for Christ each and every day. The NED Show promotes academic achievement and character development by teaching the three critical skills that will benefit kids for a lifetime–to never give up, show kindness to others, and to always strive for their personal best.
Through an exciting YoYo presentation featuring amazing tricks, Steve (our presentor) taught the kids not only the important values N.E.D. represents, but how to accept Christ as their Lord and Savior. Using “Ned”, a cardboard cutout, we were taken through the story of this young man’s life as he did exciting and new things (like eating spaghetti by the Eiffel Tower–all demonstrated with a YoYo!), and yet he still felt empty. The students learned nothing fulfills that hole we all have except for the peace and love of Jesus Christ.
Various students were asked to share with the audience what they learned and how they were going to apply it in school. The best answer received a free YoYo and holder! After the show, students had the opportunity to purchase nifty YoYos.
Be sure to check out our N.E.D. Show pictures on the gallery! And remember to always apply N.E.D. in your life!
Mrs. Candelier