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Saints Calling

North Clackamas Christian School Newsletter

Saints CallingNorth Clackamas Christian School Newsletter

June 1, 2023

UPDATED NCCS MISSION STATEMENT

In prayerful and committed work over the course a year, the Board of Directors, Administration and Faculty of NCCS, developed an updated Mission Statement. The goal was to refine the statement into something that could be remembered and seen as a reflection of who we are now and what we will continue to claim well into the future. As shared at the Society Meeting in May, below is the Mission Statement and an explaination. We are working toward incorporating it into all our programs and future planning. We give God all the glory for his leading in bringing forth this work. (Colossians 3:12-17; Hebrews 10:23-25)


We equip graduates to apply Biblical truth as disciples of Christ.


Mission Statement Explanation:


We- Christian parents, staff, and Board of Directors of NCCS work together in partnership;

equip- Preparation through spiritual, academic, artistic, social, and physical activity;

graduates- Students at all levels, PreK-12, regardless of their point of entry or exit at the school;

to apply Biblical truth- Students live out a Biblical worldview as revealed in God’s Word, guided by the Holy Spirit;

as disciples of Christ- A follower of Jesus who lives a spiritually mature life, reflecting him to the world, thereby bringing glory to God


Mission Summary: Guided by the Holy Spirit, the staff, parents, and Board of Directors of NCCS work in partnership to prepare students at all levels, PreK-12, through a comprehensive educational program that intentionally leads students to live out a Biblical worldview as followers of Jesus who live spiritually mature lives, reflecting Him to the world, thereby bringing glory to God.

See the slide show of Serve Day activity and blessings!
Pictures from the day's activities from on campus to those who went out into the community to serve. Above is a picture of the assembly at the end of the day where the students shared about their service experience.

NCCS Serve Day

On Thursday, May 25, the whole school participated in Serve Day, serving the community on and off campus. Here is a snapshot of how our students were the hands and feet of Jesus:

  • 51 placemats made, to go to places where people may need some cheer at meal time
  • 12 blankets made for new babies
  • 116 sandwiches made and given to community refrigerators for people who need food
  • 116 care bags for Portland Rescue Mission to give to people without a house
  • many notes and cards made to share with first responders, soldiers, and others
  • many on-campus improvements:weeds pulled, bark spread, campus entry sign area spruced up, senior project installed
  • visiting with residents of 2 senior care facilities
  • playing with and showing love to children at 2 childcare facilities
  • yard work done for 3 families who are not able to do it at this time
  • organizing and sorting and miscellaneous tasks at 4 different community / charity organizations
  • clean-up at a park

A huge thanks to the many parents who helped by donating goods for some projects and by supporting our teachers and working with our students on Serve Day. We look forward to blessing our community in this way again.

Just a glimps of what happened around the school last month!

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Seniors!

Family Dinner
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State Track

Makayla gets 2nd!
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6th Grade

Outdoor School
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Project Presentations

Catherine, Senior
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1st Grade

Animal Research Presentations
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Wax Museum

Mackenzie as Rosa Parks, 2nd grade
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Preschool

Spring Program
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Elementary Band

Spring Concert
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Senior Chapel

Worship together!
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Excelsior Choir

3rd Place @ State
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Habitat Sale

Growing for our gardens
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Baseball @ State

Made it to 2nd Round

Class of 2023 Senior Bios (cont.)

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Kali Dransfeldt

Kali came to NCCS in 6th grade. She played varsity volleyball all 4 years of high school, sang in Excelsior Choir her freshman year, and was a member of National Honor Society and ASB (student government), serving as President this year. Concerning memories from her time at NCCS, Kali notes that it would hard to choose, but says "I always enjoyed community building and simply spending time with new people, getting to know people from different classes; whether during Spring flings, family groups, or during lunch when we could hang out with whoever. On a more sentimental note, seeing God's love through the people around me at NCCS has truly been a blessing. During chapel a couple months ago, we were encouraged to reach out our hands on each other in a big group circle and just pray over each other. It was a moment of utter vulnerability and also recognition that we need to be there for each other, and to keep strengthening our relationships with the people around us. Kali will attend Northwest University in Washington where she will play indoor and beach volleyball. Her current plan is to major in exercise science with an accompanying minor. Kali's future plans include having a family, pursuing a career she enjoys, and traveling to experience other cultures and meet new people. Kali's scripture is Colossians 3:12-14, where we are encouraged to clothe ourselves in kindness and humility, and to forgive and love others.

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Makayla Ferguson

Makayla has been at North Clackamas Christian for 6 years. During high school, she participated in choir, volleyball, basketball, and track and field. Her favorite high school memories are the bus rides for sports, as she says: "Blasting music and singing until we couldn't anymore; running back to the bus after getting food." From her senior year, Makayla fondly remembers going to all the soccer and basketball games and cheering for the teams. Makayla speaks for many by saying "If I'm being honest, I don't know exactly what I want to do. I mean, who does right after high school?" But she is excited to attend Ecola Bible College next year, and is interested in becoming an elementary school teacher or a college basketball coach. Makayla's future goals include traveling the world, having a family, and living on a farm where she would have cattle and train horses. Makayla's scripture is from Proverbs 3: "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will make your paths straight."

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Ashlyn Watt

Ashlyn has been a student at NCCS since 3rd grade. Like most of the seniors, Ashlyn has been very busy throughout high school. She is a member of National Honor Society, played varsity volleyball all 4 years, ran track all 4 years, and also swam for Oregon City High School each year. Ashlyn's favorite high school memories are her volleyball seasons and bus rides for sports. From her senior year, she specially remembers the Klamath Falls track meet and going to state for volleyball. Ashlyn will attend Mt. Hood Community College and play volleyball for them. She is interested in political science and would enjoy a career like that of a Foreign Service Officer. "I am the bread of life; he who comes to me will never hunger and he who believes in me will never thirst" from the gospel of John, is the verse Ashlyn selected.
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Catherine Classen

Catherine came to NCCS for her junior and senior years. She remembers shadowing with Emmi and Kiki before coming, and many students encouraged her to transfer - which she did. Catherine says "The community is so welcoming and I have been so grateful for all the friendships I have made throughout my time here." Her senior year memories include time with friends outside of school, serve day, the many senior class events they planned and enjoyed, discussions in Bible class, and getting ready for school dances with friends. Catherine will attend Corban University beginning in the fall; while she is undecided in her major, she wants to follow where the Lord leads her throughout her future and looks forward to having a family of her own. Colossians 3:1-2 is the scripture Catherine chose, in which we are exhorted to seek the things above, where Christ is seated, and to set our minds on things above, not on things of the earth.
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Ryan Hickman

Ryan joined the North Clackamas Christian community his junior year. He played soccer his junior year, and he has good memories of joking around with friends. Ryan's immediate plans are to attend Clackamas Community College to start his college education. Long-term goals include starting a family, playing pickle ball professionally, and creating a successful video game (for which he already has a very strong start!).
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Hayden Sutton

Hayden came to NCCS during his sophomore year. Following graduation, he looks forward to attending the University of Oregon. In addition to his academic pursuits, Hayden looks forward to going with the flow of life and accepting all that comes to him. A particular memory was the National Honor Society service with Night Strike, because, in his words, "it was fun connecting with the part of the Portland community that most people don't think about." Hayden selected Genesis 1:1 as a favorite verse: "In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth."

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Medication Pick Up

If your student had medication in the office this year, please make sure to pick that up from the office by the end of the day on June 16th. All medication, prescription or over the counter, will be disposed of on June 19th. Thank you for picking up medications promptly!

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ASB Election Results

2023-24 ASB Leadership

High School

Elia Kollias - President

Janie Zook - Vice President

Timothy Van Sickle - Treasurer

Savannah Crumrine - Secretary

Lilly Felix - Community Service Coordinator

Junior HIgh

Addie Porter - President

Jocelyn Hardy - Vice President

Riley Baldwin - Treasurer

Lydia Wunn - Secretary

Arlington Johnson - 7th Grade Representative

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Donation Opportunities

School Safety- The school will pursue installation of additional security features this summer. The current project cost is $20,769. We want to give parents an opportunity to support this project.

If you are interested in helping to bring added safety on our campus, please donate online toward the Security Fund. Thank you! Any questions should be directed to Mrs. James.


Tuba for Band- Support high school band to help purchase their tuba! Any amount is appreciated, and you can donate online. Thank you for your help! Any questions should be directed to Mr. Hordichok.

Total money raised to date: $4,112.82

Updated quote for purchase: $6,019

Need Balance: $1,906.18

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Spring Athletes Succeed!

Baseball All League: Caleb Norton, Outfield, 1st Team; Tanner Crandall, Catcher, 2nd Team; Jesse Hernandez, Infield, 2nd Team; Andrew Lee, First Base, Honorable Mention


1A OSSA State Track and Field: Makayla Ferguson, Shot Put, 2nd place; Ashlyn Watt, 200, 7th place and Long Jump, 6th place; Mason Gackle, Javelin, 18th place; Jack Nelson, 400, 5th place and Long Jump 3rd place; Jon Meuser, 1500, 10th place and 3000, 8th place

Free Summer Workouts for Teens

To provide a place for teens to be active all summer long, Planet Fitness will open its doors for 14-to 19-year-olds to work out for free from May 16 through August 31, as part of their High School Summer Pass initiative. By opening their doors to teens across the state, Planet Fitness hopes to help teens get moving and focus on their physical and mental wellbeing.

Beginning May 16, teens ages 14–19 can visit PlanetFitness.com/summerpass or visit their local club to sign up in-person. Teens under 18 must sign up with a parent/guardian online or in-club.

NCCS Summer Sports Camp Registration Open NOW - Open Flyer Below

Youth Soccer Camp

Do your children enjoy soccer or want to learn a new sport, or do you need some ideas of physical activity and fun this summer for them? We are excited to share with you that we have an opportunity for students to participate in a summer soccer camp led by the Timbers/Thorns, on our NCCS campus!

This camp is open to the community. However, because we are the host site, we have secured a discount for our students, with registration through their website. NCCS students can use this unique code to receive a discount on their registration: 550030.

The full day camps are for any student, ages 5-13. The dates they are offering at NCCS are July 10-14 and July 24-28. PTFC provides all the coaches, equipment, and supervisors, as well as manages the registration. Check out the website to get all the details and to register.

New Saints Wear Store

We are thrilled to be introducing our new Saints Wear Store! The store will be available at all times for purchasing items to ship directly to your house. This company runs sales throughout the year and we will communicate these as they happen. Please take a moment to peruse the large number of products available to you!

NCCS Saints Wear

Discounted School Shirt Sale
Sale is running through June, or until inventory is sold out.
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Student Travel Opportunity: SPAIN 2024

In March 2024, a group from NCCS will go to Spain for an educational tour during Spring Break.

Students currently in grades 8-12th are invited to travel on this tour, as well as interested adults. We can take up to 30 travelers. We still have room and would love to have you join us!


Visit our tour website passports.com/enroll, enter tour ID SJAMES2024-4. Here, you can get tour information, request for contact or ask questions, and also register to join us! The cost of the tour includes flights and ground transportation, hotels, food, entrance to sites, tour guides, tips, travel insurance, a TON of fun and incredible memories! If you have questions, contact Mrs. James.

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Save the Date!

Next fall, we would like to invite parents to join together in community as we learn and refresh our parenting with Love and Logic strategies. Connie Thomas, a school counselor with over 40 years experience, will be co-teaching this course with Rebekah Hardy. We look forward to spending time with you refining our parenting skills through a biblical worldview, practical application, fellowship, and laughter.


On September 30, October 14, and October 28th we will meet at the school, from 9am - 12pm. We hope to have high school volunteers to provide childcare for children 12 and under. Registration will be available in August.

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Pastries with Parents: E.N.G.A.G.E.D. - Seven Steps to Raising Christ Centered Kids in a Conventional World

We realize not everyone was able to attend our Pastries with Parents session, but we want everyone to have access to the content and learning we enjoyed together. Please see the attached document to watch the ninth and final video in the Raising Engaged Kids series on RightNow Media. There are notes and questions for your own discussion and reflection included in the attached document.


Even if you were not able to make our sessions, we hope you will consider joining us next year. This year's monthly gatherings have been a wonderful time of learning and connection. May we all continue to grow in our love and knowledge of Him in order to disciple our children to be equipped for life beyond our walls!


Remember, as a Society member of NCCS you have access to RightNow Media. There are Bible studies, children's programming, studies on marriage, mental health, parenting, and more! This high quality, Christian library resource is FREE to you!!!

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Board Election Results

In May, at the Society Meeting/Family Game Night, Bryce Fisher and Jesse Hernandez were elected to a 3 year term to serve on the Board of Directors. We appreciate all who participated in this important school business activity. It was a fun community night to close out the school year!
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Monthly Board Meetings

The Board of Directors will share the monthly meeting minutes with the society, attached below. Anyone wanting more detail or to attend a meeting, please reach out to any board member. Contact NCCS Board of Directors by email at nccs_board@ncchristianschool.com

Matt Hixson, Chair

Erika Porter, Vice Chair

Mark Van Sickle, Secretary

Danae Plover, Treasurer

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Where Does Your Family Worship?

**Please make church attendance with your family a priority. It is an expectation, a requirement of enrollment, that THE FAMILY (parents and students) REGULARLY attend a Christian church. We hope our families are attending a Christian church and are involved in that community, in person. If you are looking for a home church, we encourage you to check out our list of local churches where we already have school families attend.


Foothills Community Church ; Eastridge Church ; Oregon City Christian Church ; Athey Creek Christian Fellowship ; Mountain View Community Church ; Oregon City Evangelical Church ; Canby Foursquare ; Canby Christian Church ; New Life Church ; The Source Church ; Gracepointe Milwaukie ; Grace Chapel; Revolution Church ; Oregon City Nazarene ; Clackamas Bible Church ; Faith Bible Community Church

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Upcoming Events

June 1 Seniors Last Day, Senior Sendoff, 2:30pm

June 3 Graduation Ceremony, 1 pm, Willamette Christian Church

June 5/6 Preschool Last Day of Class

June 7-9 Secondary Finals Schedule; Grades 7-12 Half Days, 11:30am Dismissal

June 9 Last Day of School K-11, 11:30am Dismissal

June 9 8th Grade Advancement, 7-8pm

June 12-14 Teacher Inservice Days

June 12 Board Meeting, 6:30 pm

June 19-22 Basketball Camp (Grades 2-8), NCCS

June 26-29 MultiSport Camp (Grades 2-8), NCCS

July 3-14 Office CLOSED

NCCS Employment Opportunity

We are adding to our staff for 2023-24, so we have the following open positions. Click for

Job Posting and Application

  • JH Science and Math Teacher, Full Time (NEW POST); Mrs. Anderson will be a HIgh School Math Teacher
  • HS Spanish Teacher, Part Time
  • Educational Assistant, Part Time


Questions and application to sherri_james@ncchristianschool.com

Keep up with us on our Facebook page
We have two Facebook pages at NCCS. The general page is
https://www.facebook.com/nccssaints and the Parent Teacher Fellowship page is
https://www.facebook.com/groups/250714442018544
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Summer Office Hours

Our summer office hours will be 10 am-2 pm, Monday through Friday, starting June 19th. The office will be closed July 3-14 and will open again on July 17 at 10 am. Normal office hours will resume on Monday, August 21st. Have a wonderful summer!
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We are here for you!

Please reach out to us should you need assistance:

Superintendent/Principal: Sherri James

Assistant Principal: Rebekah Hardy (Ext 401)

Office Manager: McKenzie Falotico (Ext 100)

Office Front Desk/Attendance: Beth Woody (Ext. 601)

Business Office Manager: Susan Van Sickle (Ext 202)

Email: mckenzie_falotico@ncchrisitanschool.com
Website: www.ncchristianschool.com
Location: North Clackamas Christian School, Sebastian Way, Oregon City, OR, USA
Phone: (503) 655-5961
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nccssaints