2013 Crusader Walk

STUDENTS - PARENTS - GRANDPARENTS We need your help to make this year's fundraiser a success!! Crusader Walk for School Safety - April 11, 2013

Our goal this year is to raise funds to support school safety measures including updating our school communication system, securing entryways and reinforcing exterior doors. We want to make our school as safe as possible for all of our students.

Easy as 1-2-3 1. Fill out your ten flyers with the complete names and addresses of people you would like to sponsor you in the Crusader Walk.. 2. Return flyers completed with names, addresses & postage to your homeroom teacher. 3. Walk with your classmates on the day of the Crusader Walk. Have fun and get fit all while raising money for your school!

Lunch and T-Shirt will be provided for each qualifying* walker.

* to qualify each student must submit 10 completed flyers and obtain a minimum of $25 in sponsors before the day of the walk

Thank you for your participation!!

Book Fair March 25th - 28th

The whole school is excited about our upcoming Book Fair. An amazing selection of books is headed our way!  At the Book Fair you will find the latest and finest titles for kids, as well as books of interest to parents.  Mark your calendar for our Family Event, March 26th 5-7 pm,  where the whole family can join in the fun.  The Book Fair is a great way to get everyone excited about reading. See you there! Visit our school's Book Fair Webpage at  http://bookfairs.scholastic.com/homepage/tristatechristian  for more information and to sign up to volunteer at the book fair.

PTF SPIRIT NIGHT

Visit Red Robin on Wednesday, March 13th between 5-8pm and they'll donate 15% of their proceeds back to Tri-State Christian Academy!  You must have the flyer with you in order to receive the donation.  

Red Robin is located at  2496 Pulaski Hwy Newark, DE

red robin flyer

National Basketball Tournament

On Wednesday, Feb 27th the boys basketball team leaves for Erie, Pa to play in the NCSAA national tournament.  They will play 3 games, each of which will be broadcast live over the internet from this link. http://www.ihigh.com/ncsaa/

Their first round game will be a rematch of last year's first round victory over Upper Room Christian from Dix Hills, New York. Thursday 7:30pm

Game scores and schedule updates will be posted throughout the week.

Be sure to click the link and watch the crusaders play!

Business Expo

On Wednesday, February 20th, our Sixth Graders will hold their annual Business Expo in the gymnasium. This exposerves as a math project in which the students are paired together and then must create their own business deciding on a name, product, display etc. The profit they earn from their business will benefit their field trip to Philadelphia. Students in grades K3-12th will each have a turn to shop at the business expo from 12:30---2:30 on February 20th. Parents may send money with their student in an envelope marked Business Expo.

2012-2013 Business List

"Tummy Yummy's" - Cookies "Gumby's" - Gummy Treats "Frosty Cones" - Snow Cones "Pop Crew" - Pop Corn "Crafty Crew" - Duct Tape Crafts "Flower Puff Girls" - Flower Crafts "Chocolate This & Chocolate That" - Chocolate covered strawberries, Chocolate Pretzels "The Amazing Spider-men" - Spider Oreos "Care Bear Cupcakes" - Cupcakes "Kitty Kakepops" - Hello Kitty Pops "Three Stooges Crew" - Cookie Dough, Peanut Butter Balls "Stress Dawgs" - Stress Balls "Cupids Counter" - Brownies, Heart Treats

Jump Rope For Heart

This month across the country, businesses and schools are raising money for the American Heart Association. You can count TSCA as one of those organizations. Heart disease continues to be the nation's No. 1 killer. During the week of February 19 - 22 in all of our elementary and middle school gym classes, emphasis is going to be placed on jumping rope. We will ask each of our elementary and middle school students to collect sponsors to donate in our effort to raise $500. Mr. Wilson's vision for TSCA is to be a school that cares for others; this is one way for us to work together to help those who are battling heart disease in our community. The American Heart Association will be giving our students thank you gifts based on the amount of donations received. Let's show our support for this great cause!! Note: Please return your Parent Permission form by Friday, February 15th and your sponsor envelopes with donations by March 1st.

Winnie the Pooh

Once Again the Children's Theater Association will be visiting TSCA. This time they bring to us "Winnie the Pooh" - adapted into a mini musical from a variety of stories from A.A. Milne. Pooh has delighted millions with his gentle antics; now see him in story and song with sets, costumes, props and sound performed by adult actors. Our students in K3 - 3rd grade will enjoy this presentation on February 21st at 9:45. Parents who would like to come watch the show with their child, may purchase a ticket for $5.00. Please contact the Main Office to reserve your ticket.

My TSCA Parent Survey

We ask each family to submit a survey, either electronically or by hand. This survey allows you to have a say in your school. We ask questions relating to all facets of TSCA. The information collected is submitted to our staff and Board of Directors as we discuss possible policy changes for the 2013 - 14 school year. We stand committed to providing a quality Christ-centered education for families in the Tri-State region. We are so happy that you have partnered with us! To complete online and submit by e-mail:survey 2013 To complete by hand: survey 2013

Jump Rope For Heart

This month across the country, businesses and schools are raising money for the American Heart Association. You can count TSCA as one of those organizations. Heart disease continues to be the nation's No. 1 killer. During the week of February 19 - 22 in all of our elementary and middle school gym classes, emphasis is going to be placed on jumping rope. We will ask each of our elementary and middle school students to collect sponsors to donate in our effort to raise $500. Mr. Wilson's vision for TSCA is to be a school that cares for others; this is one way for us to work together to help those who are battling heart disease in our community. The American Heart Association will be giving our students thank you gifts based on the amount of donations received. Let's show our support for this great cause!! Note: Please return your Parent Permission form by Friday, February 15th and your sponsor envelopes with donations by March 1st.

STEM Program for 4th-6th Graders

Join scientists, STEM Academy students, and educators for an evening of exciting activities related toScience, Technology Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).

Kids in 4th, 5th and 6th grade are invited to participate in hands-on activities.

Parents are invited and encouraged to visit the workshops and EXPO with their kids.

Participation is first-come, first-serve so register early!

Cherry Hill Middle School

Wednesday, February 13, 2013

5:45 - 8:15 PM

Registration runs from February 1, 2013 to February 8, 2013. Please use the links below to register your children for the 3 sessions for the evening.

List of Sessions Available with descriptions

Click here to REGISTER NOW

HS Drama Production

Tri-State Christian Academy's

High School Drama Department

presents:

Night at The Wax Museum

by: Craig Sodaro

Saturday, January 26th 7pm

Friday, February 1st 7pm

Saturday, February 2nd 2pm and 7pm

TSCA Auditorium

Adults $6

Students $4

Children under 5 are Free

The 10th Grade Class will hold two benefit dinners on Friday, February 1st 3:30 - 6:30 and Saturday, February 2nd between the two shows. Menu includes: Mrs. G's Famous Chili, Cornbread, Drinks and Dessert. All donations will benefit the overnight trip to Williamsburg, VA.

Donut Day

This Thursday, January 10th, the Junior Class will host a "Donut Day"! Look for order forms to come home with the Elementary students early this week, all orders and payment should be submitted on Thursday in homeroom. Donuts cost $1.00 and Juice $0.50.

New Lunch Menu

We are happy to announce that we are working to provide healthier lunch choices for our students. Please review the lunch calendar for the Month of January below. Also below are the detailed menus from Chef on the Run. January Menu

Jan 16th K3-5th

Jan 17th K3-5th

Jan 23rd K3-5th

Jan 23rd 6th - 12th

Jan 24th K3-5th

Jan 24th 6th-12th

Chef on the Run Side Items Available Every Wednesday and Thursday

Christmas Shop

Kid's Korner Gift Shoppes will be here Monday, December 17^th Wednesday, December 19^th. Students in K3-5^th grade will have an assigned time to shop with their class. Students in 6^{th to} 12^th grade may have time to browse the shop as their schedule allows.? Please use the envelope being sent home (k3-5th) to send money in for your child, marking their budget for each family member. All checks should be made payable to "TSCA". You may visit the Shoppes' website at http://www.kidskornerusa.com for ideas on what gifts will be available and their cost. The store will also be open Wednesday evening 5-7pm for families to come in and shop together. If you are available to help with the shop, please contact PTF President, Crystal Calderon at crystal.l.calderon@gmail.com or 443-553-2509.

Varsity Boys Basketball

Our Varsity Boys Basketball Team is off to a great start this season.? See this latest article posted on www.cecildaily.com http://www.cecildaily.com/hoops/article_5360ddca-66b8-11e2-8756-001a4bcf887a.html#.UQLWAfCMeuA.facebook

Upload Your Pics!

It's SO easy to help out the Yearbook Staff by uploading your school event photos to: http://www.hjeshare.com/eShare/Index.jsp  Use School Code: TSCA (all caps)

November Students of the Month

The following elementary students received a certificate and medal for their outstanding performance and were October's “Stars”: K5:  Xander E. and Camryn S. 1st Grade:  Etta H., DeJon H., and Tessa D. 2nd Grade:  Noah P. and Julianna H. 3rd Grade:  Jonathan M. 4th Grade:  Aron F. and Sabrina V. 5th Grade:  Tommy M, Dylan S., and Charity T. Middle School: John B. High School: Melanie G.

Great Job!

Yearbook Orders

Reserve your 2012-2013 yearbook now with a deposit of just $30.00!

Order forms will be brought home by the students. Extras are available in the office. Please return your order form with a check made payable to TSCA by October 31st to receive a free one-line name stamp on the cover of your book. If you are ready to pay in full ($75.00) you may order your book at www.yearbookordercenter.com - be sure to use order number 5269.

Basketball Season Passes

Basketball Season Passes Now Available!

Door Prices : $4.00/adults    $2.00/students

Season Passes: $75.00 before November 16th, $100.00 after November 16th

Karate at TSCA

We are excited to announce that Master Reginald Cephas will return for his third year of instructing Karate at TSCA!

Dates & Times of sessions:

K5-4th Grade will meet each Thursday, November 1st-14th 3:20-4:20pm

5th-9th Grade will meet each Friday, November 2nd - March 15th 3:20-4:20pm

Cost

$30 per family

$20 per uniform

Please complete the registration form below and return it to the main office by October 26th.

Karate Registration 12-13