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The Scramble brought in $15,200 for the school, in addition to $8,000 from the sale of the Golf Cart. The winners of the AM session:Closest pin: Dave SchultzLongest Drive/Female: Vicky Matson; Male: Aaron JostLongest Putt: Cliff MaurielloAM Team Winners:1st Place: Tom Ysteboe, John Ysteboe, Jay Ysteboe, Steve Swanson2nd Place: Choice Financial - Gerald Brossart, Erv Inniger, Jordan Cook, Scott Differning3rd Place: Metzger Todd, Rocky Wagendorf, Ryan C. Carlson, David SchultzThe winners of the PM session:Closest pin: Amanda AakreLongest Drive/Female: Sarah Herlihy; Male: Gage StrommeLongest Putt: Alex IversonPM Team Winners:1st Place: Gage Stromme, Chris Nellermoe, Matt Endreson, Steve Endreson2nd Place: 702 Communications - Jim Walter, Dave Barge, Brent Crommet, Bob Marki3rd Place: Pearl Vision - Don Gunhus, Dave Cornell, David Karlstrom, Scott MathesonSave the Date for next year’s PCS Golf Scramble: June 25, 2018 at the Hawley Golf and Country Club.

Ashton P., Alex I., Max A., Alex D. Miss Norby, Mr. Larson, Julie & Kurt Motschenbacher

First place AM

First place PM

Second place AM

PARK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

Jeremiah Christenson,Tony Nelson

Steve D. Scheel,Colin Olson

Nikki & Abby Loney, Cheila Payne, Jodie Stueland, Angie & Danielle Heckaman The Iversons

Terry & Bryce Payne

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Girls’ Golf team for another great season. The following season end awards were given at the banquet:VarsityMost Improved – Grace HeinenFalcon Award – Sarah HerlihyMVP – Emily DoedenJunior HighMost Improved – Regan NelsonMVP – Regan Anderson

Mr. Nelson’s AP psychology class exam results:• 20 students took the exam (8 seniors and

12 juniors).• The class average was 3.15 (3 is

considered a passing score).• Half of the students earned a 4 or a 5

(the highest total number and percentage in the AP Psych program history).

• Four students earned a 5; the highest score possible!

• Six students earned a 4.Way to go students and Mr. Nelson!

2017-2018 Student Council:President: Chloe DrummondVP: Jonah JelinskiClass Representatives 12th: Mackenzie Weinberger, Ingrid Swanson 11th: Kai Nellermoe, Amanda Strom 10th: Georgia Lodewyk, Lauren Knoll 9th: Mikayla Larson, Loren Steinberg 8th: Carter Englund, Sophia Beach 7th: Ethan Hansen, Evan Knoll The Student Council Advisor is Miss Stewart.We look forward to a great year as these students lead the school.

Katelyn D., Karley M., Tenley E., Esther H.

Kayci L., Addi H., Malia T. Kaycee E., Grace W.

Mackenzie R., Lillian D.

Ingrid S.

Ashley H.

Anna K., Delia R., Gabby S., Brooke K.

Allison L., Madi W.

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The Wizard of Oz Theatre camp and performances were a big hit! Thank you

Mrs. Ginger Williams, Bethel Church, Mrs. Jessie Aamodt, and all the assistants:

Paris Arnhalt, Jennifer Fuchs, Jonah Jelinski, Liz Jost, Talia Williams, Duane Lahlum,

Allison Aamodt, Leah Jost, and Elise Johnson, (and anyone else who assisted!!).

Morning Session

Afternoon Session

Joshua M.

Ivy T.Siri M.Jack S., Caleb L., Siri M., Sophia J.

Levi A.

Sophie H.Esther F., Malia T.

Cole M., Ian W., Zoe L.

Kennedy M.

Marc S.

Adam S., Ellika J.Hannah W., Aubrey S., Jayden H.

Cooper K.

Marc S., Bailey M., Kennedy B.

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We are delighted to welcome Miss Johnson as a 3rd grade teacher. Miss Johnson received a Liberal Studies-Teacher Education degree with an emphasis in U.S. History and a minor in Bible from The Master’s University in Santa Clarita, CA. She has taught 2nd grade for the past 2 years in her hometown of Redding, CA. She has always wanted to be an elementary teacher and to share her love of learning with students. She is looking forward to joining the Park Christian Community and living in the FM area.What do you like to do in your spare time? I enjoy reading historical fiction and mysteries, shopping, and going to the movies. I also appreciate going out to eat or grabbing coffee with friends. One of my favorite activities is to travel with my family or friends and visit new places. Why does teaching/working at Park Christian School appeal to you? I look forward to teaching at Park because of the biblical foundation that will accompany each aspect of learning. I’m excited to begin each morning with Scripture reading and prayer. I appreciate that staff, students, and parents can work together in a Christian community. I attended PCS as a young student and I’m excited to come back and teach. The best part about following Jesus is... forgiveness, mercy, and faithfulness to keep His promises.

Mrs. Jen LienPCS is pleased to welcome Mrs. Lien as a PT Receptionist. She will be job sharing with Mrs. Harmelink. Mrs. Lien received a Bachelor of Science in Office Administration from Southwest MN State University.Before becoming a stay-at-home mom, she worked at Banner Health System as an Administrative Assistant and Materials Management Analyst and then for MeritCare (now Sanford) as a Medical Transcriptionist.About Mrs. LienI am married to Sid and we have three children – Andy (10th grade), Josh (7th grade) and Lindsey (4th grade). We have been homeschooling for the past 7 years and are so excited for all of our kids to be at PCS this year!What do you like to do in your spare time? I love to read, scrapbook, play games and spend time at the lake with my family. Why does teaching/working at Park Christian School appeal to you? I love the mission of Park Christian School – equipping students to think biblically, live wisely and serve faithfully. I am excited to serve the Lord through serving the students and families of PCS!The best part about following Jesus is…The joy and peace that comes only from Him! I’m also grateful for His wisdom and

direction in life. His Word is truly a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path.

Pierce K., William D., Ben B.

Nathan B.

Bridger C.

Logan G., Lucas K. Elementary Boys’ Basketball Camp

Staff Milestones/PCS Connections

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New Family Mentor ProgramDo you have a passion for welcoming new families to PCS? Become a Mentor Family! The mission of the Park Christian School New Family Mentor program is to connect each new family with an existing family to welcome them to the school community and to help make their transition as positive and successful as possible. Contact Lisa Suckert at 701-232-4452 or lisamaries@cableone.net, Angela Trenbeath at 701-388-7619 or angelatrenbeath@gmail.com or Teresa Nickel at 218-236-0500 or tnickel@parkchristianschool.org to volunteer. 10 CMI hours. CMI Opportunities• People willing to grill hamburgers and hotdogs for the New Family/New Student BBQ,

Tuesday, August 15.• Volunteer to help serve and clean up the New Family/New Student BBQ. • Paint the nurse’s office. New flooring has already been installed! It looks great!• Many other things can be done this summer to help us prepare for fall. Check your weekly

update for the complete list.

We celebrate the following PCS Staff milestones:

5 years:Mrs. Daugherty - Hot Lunch

CoordinatorMiss Faul - English teacher

Mrs. Lien - Office asst., Aide, Lunch and Recess supervisor Mrs. Messelt - Bible teacher

and Elementary Chapel coordinator.

10 years: Mrs. Biebighauser

Math teacherMr. Nelson

Social Studies teacher Mrs. Nickel - Director of

Admissions and MarketingMrs. Rankin

Science teacher Mrs. Spaulding

5th grade teacher.

We are grateful for the PCS Staff‘s commitment and dedication to Christian Education.

15 years:Mr. Larson - Social

Studies, Bible, and Math teacher

Mrs. Volla2nd grade teacher

Ms. Watson3rd grade teacher.

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6 Parent Association UpdateCheck out the PA! The first meeting for 2017-18 is Tuesday September 12th, 6:30 pm, PCS library. Needed: PA Treasurer. Contact Julie Carlson at 701-540-3461 if you are interested or if you have any questions. The PA is looking forward to a great year and are open to new ideas so please come!

BiblesThe PA will not be offering Bibles for sale at Back to School night. See below links to order your student Bible in time for the start of school. (Link is available every week in the weekly update as well.)• For students entering 5th – 12th grades: NIV Study Bible, Hardcover, Red Letter Edition Hardcover – Special Edition requested, may be purchased here: http://a.co/dxy3oCY• For students entering 2nd – 4th grades: NIV, Discoverer‘s Bible: Revised Edition, Large Print, Hardcover requested, may be purchased here: http://a.co/208UxUq

School Supply ListsSchool Supply Lists are available at http://www.parkchristianschool.org/

school/parent-resources.php

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Zoey A., Iris S.

Play Day at Park

Abby L. Kaycee E.Andie S.Kennedy M.

Kennedy B.Lucas S.

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Opportunities for students this fallWatch for meetings and details about the following opportunities for PCS students:Yearbook Staff – Mr. Burgstahler, AdvisorPCS Singers – Mrs. Horky, DirectorWorship Team instrumentalists, vocalists, and technology – Mrs. Hollenbeck, DirectorDC trip – Miss Hoven, CoordinatorBible Practicum – Mr. Larson, Teacher

Speech and NationalForensic ProgramsPark Christian School gives students an opportunity to develop public speaking skills and confidence through participation in the Minnesota State High School League Speech Program (MSHSL) and as a member of the National Speech and Debate Association, NSDA, (formally known as the National Forensic League (NFL). These skills enable students to communicate Biblical truths from a Christian worldview.The PCS Speech team is coached by Mrs. Striker and Mr. Nelson. Watch Weekly Updates for informational meetings this fall. A full description of categories and rules can be obtained at mshsl.org/speech.

Computer UpgradesA big shout out to CONCORDIA college for the donation of twenty-four computers to upgrade our library lab. They are newer, bigger, faster, stronger – Stop in and see them in the fall!

August 7*Boys’ Co-op Soccer - contact Coach Ryan Christianson at ryancchristianson10@gmail.com for details. (The extra ‘c’ is not a misprint.)JV Football Captain’s Practices 8/7-8/11, time tba. Captains: Darien Bogenreif, Ian Ziebarth, Allen Daugherty.

August 14C/JV/V Volleyball – tryouts for 8-12th grades, 1:00 – 4:00 pm. Coaches Chrystal Deringer, Julie Faul, Laura Harris First game: 8/25 vs Hillcrest @ PCS, 5/6/7:30 pm. See you in the stands!JV Football –Practices through 8/18 at 3:30 pm. Coaches Lawton Burgstahler, Drew Erickson. NCE Scrimmage - 8/26*Boys’ Co-op Tennis – contact Coach Tony Walz at tonywalz13@gmail.com for details.*Boys’ and Girls’ Co-op Cross Country – contact Coach Chris Foerster at chris.foerster@jp2schools.org for details.*Girls’ Co-op Swim and Dive – contact Coach Sarah Floyd at swolf.2013@gmail.com for details.*Co-op sport meetings will be held by the coaches the 2nd day of practice: August 8th and 15th. Students interested in participating in the Co-op athletic teams must contact the coach prior to the start date.

August 21Jr High Volleyball (grades 7/8) – Coach & practice time: will be announced soon!

September 5Elementary Girls’ Basketball (grades 4/5/6)

Students can earn college credits at PCSThere are three ways students can earn college credits while taking classes at PCS:1. Advanced Placement®, Calculus, European History, and Psychology.2.PSEO classes3.New to PCS this year, Dual Credit classes: students taking 10th grade Computer Apps I and 11th grade US History (dual credit available for 2nd semester of full year class) will have the opportunity to receive dual credit from PCS and NDSCS. Watch for informational meetings provided by Miss Hoven, Guidance Counselor.

PCS & Co-Op Fall Sport Start Dates

Emma B., Regan N.

PCS SCHOOL CALENDARTWednesday Thursday Friday SaturdaySunday Monday Tuesday

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6 7 8 9 10 11 12

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27 28 29 30 31 No MHD busing first week of school. No hot lunch first day of school.

School day hours: 8:05-3:05 (K-6); 8:05-3:10 (7-12)

Volleyball Buddies,9:30-noon,PCS gym; Boys’ Co-op Soccer starts. See page 7.

VolleyballBuddies,9:30-noon,PCS gym

C/JV/V Volleyball, JV Football, Boys’ Co-op Tennis, Boys’ and Girls’ Co-op CC, Girls’ Co-op Swim & Dive start. See page 7.

Jr High Volleyball starts.

Back toSchool Night! Details coming.

PCS vs Hillcrest VB, 5/6/7:30 pm, PCS.

Football scrimmage vs NCE.

First Day of School! Chapel for 1st-12th grades, 8:10. Visitors welcome!

VolleyballBuddies,9:30-noon,PCS gym

Play Day at Park6:00 – 7:30 pm, PCS Playground. Play Day will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. Bring friends!

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Senior guys outing

https://coacheschoiceonline.com/estore/ccestore916/default.aspThe Booster club is excited to announce that the Falcon’s Nest will be featured

exclusively online through presale opportunities this school year - providing our PCS families with fun and unique apparel choices – with the colors and sizes you want in stock

and available to order!Your online Falcon Nest will be featured online 3 times this year – all orders placed between

now and August 4th will be available for pick up on PCS Back to School night, August 24th. This store will also be open for ordering from August 24th – August 31st with one

last preorder online sale in early November. Don’t miss out on ordering yourPCS spirit wear – make sure to order online during the dates listed!

Jump online NOW and order your spirit wear clothing for your entire family – and feel free to share the online link with extended family and alumni.

Let’s show our PCS support for athletics – see you in the stands!

15New Family-New Student BBQ,5:30 pm, front lawn

7th grade orientation, 6:30 pm, Fine Arts

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Order your PCS Clothing ONLINE July 26th through August 4th!

Kailyn S. Addy S.

Cora S.

Eden L. Delia R.

Gabby S.

Ella S. Owen G. Liam G.

Brooke K.