SCCS Home Bulletin
April 17, 2024
The mission of Sioux Center Christian School is to disciple God’s children by equipping them with a knowledge and understanding of Christ and His creation so that they can obediently serve God and others as they work and play.
Every Student TREASURED, Every Student TRAINED, Every Student TRANSFORMED
FROM DR. BOWAR
Happy Wednesday, Trailblazers!
We’ll keep going on our series Reformed: Doubling Down.
We’ve been focused on Es that demonstrate the Reformed idea that we are reforming day by day. Last week, we focused on the E of education and how the Reformed perspective places high value and importance on education.
Sioux Center Christian School was founded over 120 years ago by a group of Reformed Christians who desired a Christian education from the Reformed perspective for the children of the community. In fact, Sioux Center was only 14 years old when SCCS was founded! A history of faithfulness by God and His people has been shown over and over. God has been faithful through the generations. It was God who ignited the spark of Christian education in Sioux Center.
The mission of Sioux Center Christian School is to disciple God’s children by equipping them with a knowledge and understanding of Christ and His creation so that they can obediently serve God and others as they work and play.
Every child treasured,
every child trained,
every child transformed.
Those words are important. Now it’s up to us to remember those who invested through faith yesterday so that children today are experiencing a Christian education which is rooted in the Word and in which biblical worldview is embedded in everything we do. Today’s world needs our students. It doesn’t take long to realize that we live in a broken world, one filled with confusion, anger, and noise. Our students need to be able to speak and live Truth and help others do so as well. They need to be active in seeking restoration of all things. People are hungry for purpose, Truth, and restoration, and our students can – and should – play an active role, partnering with God toward fulfillment of these things.
Because we believe that every child is treasured and made uniquely in God’s image, we believe it is our call to train them well, to train them in God’s Ways. We want students to know and worship God, to understand His Word, and to live it out. We see students as disciples of Christ – right now. We are preparing them for the future, of course, but we are also focused on giving them opportunities for training, for practicing their discipleship skills just as we would give them practice playing piano or basketball. Our educational program gives students the opportunity to practice doing God’s work under the direction of master teachers and fellow disciples of Christ, under the direction of a living curriculum that guides, encourages, corrects, and trains.
We want to do everything possible to create an environment and give students opportunities so that they may be transformed by the work of the Holy Spirit. We want students to see transformation as the ultimate goal, to see transformation as a way of life. We are, after all, teaching for transformation. We want this transformation to be infectious and to spread to our community and the world.
Failure is not an option because God’s Work is at stake. We must do our absolute best to listen for His voice, heed His call, stay true to His Word, and implement His important mission. We must lead by example and do so in bold and confident ways, firmly believing that God’s in charge, that He has a plan for SCCS, and that He calls us to partner with Him in that plan.
Let’s commit today, as believers in Christian education, to ensure that SCCS and all Christian schools are sustainable for generations to come. Now, in faith and ignited with passion, we move forward with words from Psalm 78:
We will tell the next generation
the praiseworthy deeds of the Lord,
his power, and the wonders he has done.
5 He decreed statutes for Jacob
and established the law in Israel,
which he commanded our ancestors
to teach their children,
6 so the next generation would know them,
even the children yet to be born,
and they in turn would tell their children.
7 Then they would put their trust in God
and would not forget his deeds
but would keep his commands.
As we look at the generations of faithfulness to Sioux Center Christian School, we can’t help but praise God and thank Him for the blessings He has bestowed on us. The fire of Christian education, ignited over 120 years ago, continues to burn brightly today. Let’s keep that fire going!
Praise God for His hand on Sioux Center Christian School!
FOR YOUR INFORMATION
- Please check the online calendar for upcoming events (http://www.siouxcenterchristian.com/calendar.cfm)
- The public school buses will not be running the morning or afternoon routes on Friday, April 26 since they do not have school on that day. Only Bus 2014 and 2020 will be running and all other students will need transportation to and from school.
2024-2025 Online Registration Now Open
Online Registration is now available and will be open through May 15! This replaces the in-person registration event we have previously held in August. One of the parent emails we have on file should have received an invitation yesterday to register (Tuesday, April 16). If you do not see an email from our office, check if your spouse received it.
The $250 school registration fee will be waived if the forms are filled out by May 15. If you are unsure of your registration intentions for the 2024-2025 school year or have any issues getting logged in or filling out the forms, please contact our office for assistance at 712-722-0777 or sccsoffice@siouxcenterchristian.com.
ESA Applications Now Open
A reminder that the ESA application is also open! ALL families who qualified for an ESA last year MUST also apply again this year. Families who received an ESA last year are automatically qualified to receive an ESA this year, but you must apply each year. Families entering kindergarten, switching from homeschool to SCCS, and switching from the public school to SCCS also qualify. Also, families who have an annual income under 400% of the poverty level also qualify. Click here for the application.
CONGRATULATIONS, MRS. BLEEKER!
Congratulations to Mrs. Beth Bleeker, our Reading Specialist and Level 1 Wilson Dyslexia Practitioner, who won the March Pella Staff Member of the Month award! Gary, Ariel, and Alicia from Sioux Center - Pella Corporation surprised Mrs. Bleeker with a BIG CHECK for $500 this morning! The nomination letter by a parent shared, "Mrs. Bleeker has made the reading room a safe place for learning. She focuses on each child's strengths instead of what they can't do. She is helping all the kids realize they are not defined by their struggles, but helps them believe in who they are as God's created child! Our child has learned to love reading!" Mrs. Bleeker receives $500 to be used to enhance learning in her reading room, plus a special mug and certificate.
SUMMER TUTORS
If you are looking for a summer tutor, below is a list of names from our faculty and staff that are interested in helping your child. You may contact any of these people if you would like services for your child.
Miriam Buss (3-6th math or reading)
Mbuss@siouxcenterchristian.com
712-578-1227
Jena Dykstra
jdykstra@siouxcenterchristian.com
712-348-1276
Sarah Stoub (TK-5)
sstoub@siouxcenterchristian.com
712-441-7022
Abigail Van Beek K-4 Reading (phonics) and/or Math
avanbeek@siouxcenterchristian.com
712-441-1120
K-8 Art Showcase
What: Sioux Center Christian School’s first ART SHOWCASE is May 8-15! The show will be up at Centre Mall all week!
Who: All SCCS students Kindergarten through 8th grade will each have one piece of art on display
When: Artist Reception (Open House) May 8
Time: Refreshments served on May 8 from 6-8pm
Where: Centre Mall
Why: God designed all of us to be creators! The Art Showcase is a great opportunity to celebrate the creative work that our students accomplished this year and foster joyful connections between artist and audience.
LIBRARY BOOKS DUE - FRIDAY MAY 10
This year our SCCS library was a place to Find the BEST Story! All library books are due Friday, May 10. You’ll receive an email and a paper notice sent home with your child if you have an end of the year library fine for a lost or damaged book. Email Emily Mouw if you have questions: emouw@siouxcenterchristian.com. Thank you!
Road Safety
The police department continues to hear the public's concerns about traffic on 1st Ave SE, specifically around Cornerstone Church.
Parents: First, please talk to your children about the safest route to and from their destination. If possible, use the sidewalks or trail system. If they need to cross the road, talk to them about stopping, looking both ways, and waiting for the road to be safe before crossing. This also applies to kids walking and on bikes.
Drivers: Please slow down, be prepared to stop, and allow extra time to reach your destination. This area is especially congested during school drop-off and dismissal.
Let's all work together to stay safe and enjoy the upcoming warmer weather.
TALES AND TRAILS
Registration is now OPEN to SCCS families and community members for our Tales and Trails Summer Camp 2024!
This is an educational and fun summer opportunity for kids who are 5-11 years old by June 1, 2024.
Weekly camp themes encourage students to learn about the wonder of God’s creation through a variety of hands-on, fun activities. Outdoor play is also an important part of the camp experience, and kids are encouraged to stay active and engaged during their time at camp.
Information and registration forms are available on our website and by the TRIP window. https://www.siouxcenterchristian.com/studentlife/talestrails.cfm
Note: A Siouxnami Waterpark pass is required for camp. You can purchase your membership online or call 712-722-4386.
STORYLINE CHAPEL
Storyline chapels will be the first Wednesday of the month at 1:35pm in the gym. Students are expected to wear their Storyline shirts! Parents and guests are WELCOME to attend! You may also join our livestream (and recording) at https://www.siouxcenterchristian.com/currentfamilies/livestream.cfm
LOST AND FOUND
HELP WANTED
Sioux Center Christian School invites you to consider the opportunity to work with a dedicated faculty and staff, passionate parents, and fantastic students through the following position openings:
- Cook (part-time)
- Head cook (full time)
- Custodial cleaning crew
- Head Custodian (Full-time)
- Paraprofessionals
- Tales & Trails Summer Staff
- Substitute Teachers
For more information on these positions and details on how to apply, go to
https://www.siouxcenterchristian.com/conne.../employment.cfm
FOOD SERVICE NEWS
- Thanks to everyone who signed up to help with dishwashing this year! If you would like to help out you can sign up here. If you have questions, contact Ashley Keith (akeith@siouxcenterchristian.com).
- You can find the lunch and dishwashing schedule here.
- If you would like to eat lunch with your child, please contact the school 24 hours in advance of when you would like to eat. The cost for a lunch is $5.00 and can be paid as you go through the lunch line. Thank you!
PELLA STAFF MEMBER OF THE MONTH
Nominate a staff member to become the Pella Corporation Staff member of the month. Pella Corporation will award one monthly recipient $500.00 to use towards school approved items and a certificate of recognition. A nomination form can be found here.
REQUESTED ANNOUNCEMENTS
Currently there is information for:
- "A Day with the Pros" Camp for grades 3-8
- Sioux Center Public Library Dia Day/Children's Day on May 1
- Unity Christian BEST Shooting & Footwork Clinic for grades 3-7
- Future Unity Christian Knights Soccer players for grades 6,7,8
- Western Christian Girls Basketball Camp for grades 3-8
- Unity Christian Strength Training Information for 8th graders
- Driven School of Driving Moped Safety Course
- Unity Christian Sports Camps Information
- Cheer Class at StudioR
- Sioux Center Art Club (grades 2-3)
- Dordt Women's Basketball Camp Information
- Dordt Sports Camps for students entering grades 2-8
- Mountain Bike Skills Camp for grades 6-9
SCCS
Email: sccsoffice@siouxcenterchristian.com
Website: siouxcenterchristian.com
Location: 630 1st Ave. SE, Sioux Center, IA
Phone: 712-722-0777
Facebook: facebook.com/siouxcenterchristian