Over 1,000 people cam to Evangel on Thursday, March18 to experience our Annual Academic Fair. Students in PK through 12th grade, worked for 2 and one half months to create a Research Paper, Project and Project Board for our fair. Students picked a topic of their choice from a variety of subjects such as: Science, English, Bible, Home Economics, Fashion, Art, Design, Technology, Math, Music, History, etc…
As you entered the school you experienced the sound of music, the smell of delicious foreign foods cooking, students super excited to share about their projects, dancing, acting, singing and so much more. Although the Academic Fair was a lot of work, it was well worth it.
We thank all the parents, students and staff for their hard work to make this year’s Academic Fair a HUGE success. We look forward to next year and if you didn’t make it this year we look forward to seeing you then.
Please check out our PHOTOBLOG and GALLERIES for some fantastic pics.
Whats going on
During our Math class we have been working on Word Problems. In Science we learned all about frogs and tad polls. For Phonics we have been learning about vowels diagraphs and consonant diagraphs. For Socials Studies we have been talking about the States and the capitals. We are always busy in Third Grade.
Mrs. Guzzardo
Who has Integrity
We have been learning about Joseph in our Bible time. Even though he was a young boy he still had Integrilty.
Mrs. Guzzardo
When is enough enough
To better understand the law of diminishing marginal utility, we did a candy simulation. Four students were asked to come to the front of the classroom and eat multiple rounds of tootsie rolls. After each round, the class recorded in a table the level of pleasure (or marginal utility) each person had. In general, the law of diminishing marginal utility held true–after 5 rounds most students received less satisfaction from the candy than they had after the first piece.
This week the class discussed controversial topics like healthcare reform, minimum wage, and rent control and applied their knowledge of supply and demand and free market principles to these discussions.
Mrs. Lapp
Debate Time
To supplement our study of the Spanish-American War, students had an in-class, parliamentary style debate (complete with fist pounding and shouts of here, here! or for shame) about imperialism. What are the pros and cons of territorial expansion? students asked.
We also studied World War I and watched several scenes from the 1929 Academy Award winner, All Quiet on the Western Front. We had a discussion about the pacifist elements of the film (which contributed to the fact that it was banned during World War II)
Now, we head into the Roaring Twenties. Part of our last class was spent talking about flappers and listening to jazz music.
Mrs. Lapp
Spring is Coming
We had a great time decorating our kites and shared all about how we know it is Spring.
Rain, Rain -go away – we want to fly our kites!
Ms. Calma
Look who is back!
The Gingerbread Man has returned from his travels and he brought us goodies! He brought us Easter eggs to color and hide! The Gingerbread Man still looks yummy, but we won’t eat him! We promise!
Ms. Calma
Can you guess what’s in the box?
Don’t Peak, Don’t Tell. Each student has had a chance to hide a mystery item and write four clues so their classmates can guess what is in the box. This has been a fun leaning experience.
Ms.Calma
Let’s Dance
High school elective Dance class has been working real hard on their dance routines for the Spring Celebration coming up in May. They will be doing all different types of dance routines. Some students have been working on acrobats routines, while others are doing salsa, house, hip hop and even flag routines. Some of the students performed their dance routine on cafe night for Youth On Fire. They did a great job!
Mrs. Rosario
Evangel Christian School Receives Middle State Accreditation
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, March 23, 2010
MEDIA CONTACT:
Heather Cortes, 718-937-9600 x2361 or hcortes@ecsnyc.org
The Middle States Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools is pleased to announce that Evangel Christian School has been awarded accreditation by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
Middle States accreditation signifies to the educational community that Evangel Christian School has engaged in a rigorous process of developing self-knowledge; has hosted an evaluation team of independently-appointed educators; and has created an on-going Strategic Plan to move school improvement forward. This ten month process was governed by a Steering Committee, chaired by Heather Cortes. The process involved many elements of the Evangel Christian School community, including faculty, parents, and students.
Accreditation also signifies that Evangel Christian School has met the Middle States Standards for a quality school. These Standards reflect current research and best practices from throughout the education profession. During the term of accreditation the school community will engage in a Commission-directed series of reports and/or site visits to maintain the vigor of the accreditation process.
Middle States, which works with public and private schools from New York State to the District of Columbia, in the US Caribbean, and in various locations around the globe. The Middle States Association is the second-oldest regional accreditor in the United States and, in addition to its Elementary and Secondary Commissions, is also comprised of the Commission on Higher Education.
Accreditation by Middle States is recognized around the world as an indication of trustworthiness, educational quality, and a commitment to on-going school improvement Middle States accreditation is recognition of both prior achievements and a commitment to greater future accomplishments.
Evangel Christian School is (ECS) a nonprofit, diverse school with 500+ students in PreK throughhigh school. Founded in 1985, celebrating 25 years of service to thousands of families in New York & New Jersey. ECS is accredited by Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. ECS holds an Absolute Charter from the New York State Board of Regents. ECS has a federal I-20 Visa program for International Students. Evangel Christian School is located at 39-21 Crescent St., Long Island City, NY 11101. For more information, call 718-937-9600 or visit www.ecsnyc.org
Congratulations Evangel Christian School!