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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

I’ve spent some time over the summer thinking about what my Deep Hope is for the school year. Through this process, I was drawn to 1 John 4:19, “We love because He first loved us.”

I firmly believe that our strength and patience to love others can only be sustained through the work of the Holy Spirit. After studying and praying about how to live out this love, the words of the Apostle Paul were brought to my attention. He states in Ephesians 3:14-19:

“For this reason I bow my knees before the Father, from whom every family in heaven and on earth is named, that according to the riches of his glory he may grant you to be strengthened with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith—that you, being rooted and grounded in love, may have strength to comprehend with all the saints what is the breadth and length and height and depth, and to know the love of Christ that surpasses knowledge, that you may be filled with all the fullness of God.”

Knowing “why” we love (because He first loved us) and “how” to live out this love (God works within us to help us love others) became the key elements of my Deep Hope statement:

My Deep Hope is that we understand and experience the measure of love God has given us through Jesus that we truly live in Him, relying on that love so we can love each other, our students, and our parents in such a way that all those we encounter will catch a glimpse of the Kingdom yet to come.

I didn’t realize until the morning I shared with our staff that the verses that led me to develop my Deep Hope are the lead-in verses to our overall Storyline verses for the year:

“Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen.” Ephesians 3:20-21

I challenge each one of you to spend some time thinking about what your Deep Hope is for your child(ren) this school year.

It was an absolutely beautiful morning for the 3rd annual Lorna Moss Bike to School Day!

Lots of smiles... and A LOT of bikes!! Thanks to the organizers for your work and the "bike bus" chaperones for helping kids take the best route to school!

We will begin our Storyline Chapels today (Wednesday, Sept. 4).

Parents and grandparents are welcome to attend - just come through the main entrance and office. Chairs are set up on the north side of the gym. Typically you can also watch the livestream/recording here (siouxcenterchristian.com > Current Families > Livestream Links)...but today's chapel will not be available live. The recording will be available by Wed evening.

• Please check the online calendar for upcoming events (http://www.siouxcenterchristian.com/calendar.cfm)
• Each Wednesday, SCCS dismisses at 2:05 for teacher professional development.
• Students may ride a different bus for daycare purpose only. Parents must write a note, email or call the office to get a bus pass for your child. If you need to contact the transportation director for any reason, call 722-2481.
• Please make sure your child knows their after school plans before they leave home in the morning! Thank you!

Just a reminder to slow down as you bike or scooter on the trails and sidewalks. Office Munneke has noticed that electric scooters on trails are going at too high of speeds which can create a potential for accidents with others using the trail. Please be considerate to all who use our wonderful trails around Sioux Center!

Due to the public school having an early dismissal on some Fridays, we will be running the alternate bus route in the afternoon on the following Fridays during this school year: Sept. 20, Oct. 25, Nov. 22, Jan. 10, Feb. 28, Apr. 4, May 16.

Our ONLINE APPAREL STORE is NOW OPEN! We have three new designs on t-shirts, hoodies, crewnecks, and more, so you can show your Trailblazer love throughout the year! Head to https://stores.mdesignpromos.com/sioux_center_christian_apparel/shop/home to see the entire new line-up of apparel.

We celebrate “Trailblazer Tuesdays” every week - a fun day for everyone to wear their Trailblazer gear (but students are welcome to wear their Trailblazer gear ANY day!).

We only offer Trailblazer apparel one time each school year, so be sure to think ahead to Christmas & birthday gifts… and share the link with grandparents!

Order by Tuesday, September 10.

Reminder to Parents: Due to the severity of some children with peanut or any other nut allergies, please do not send food containing nuts to school (for example, peanut butter, some granola bars, etc.). If you would like to send a treat for your child's classmates, feel free to check with your child's teacher. Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our children safe!

• We will continue to use Bloomz as our school communication tool. Bloomz is our main method of communication throughout the school year, so we ask that all parents view the training below and become comfortable with the tool. Bloomz has made many enhancements this summer. Parents can find a training for Bloomz at https://www.siouxcenterchristian.com/currentfamilies/bloomz.cfm.
• Parents should have received an invitation to join your child's class; please accept the invitation. If you are having difficulty joining that class, please contact the homeroom teacher or the office.

• You can decide how you receive notifications from Bloomz. In order to adjust your notifications settings, follow these directions:

  • Click on the left menu tray via Bloomz App or Click on the Setting Wheel in the left panel via desktop
  • Click on Settings (Wheel icon)
  • Click on Account Settings
  • Click on Notifications
  • Choose how you want to be notified: email, text, app and voicemail (when sent as voice mail)
  • Toggle on or off what you want notifications regarding
• NOTE: All communication will be via Bloomz starting September 3.

All students have the opportunity to take advantage of the Sack Pack Program. This program provides free food items in a “sack” each Friday to assist families who are struggling to make ends meet. Nurse Jenny discretely distributes the sacks each week. If your student(s) participated in this program last year, they will automatically be re-enrolled this year. If you no longer wish to participate, contact Nurse Jenny. If you would like to join the program, just email Nurse Jenny at jmeyer@siouxcenterchristian.com.

• 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!

We are always in need of more quality substitute teachers and paras. We're looking for individuals who enjoy working with children, can follow instructions provided, and can be flexible with responsibilities. Responsibilities depend on the needs, but could range from kindergarten all the way to 8th grade, full or partial days, and could be classroom teacher or paraprofessional. Times, dates, and assignments are all depending on your preference. We will work with your schedule and level of comfort. Teaching degree not required. If interested, please fill out the form at the following link: Sub Info Form

The City of Sioux Center is seeking to hire a full-time School Resource Officer who will work in Sioux Center Christian School, maintaining a positive presence on campus during regular school hours, handling situations on campus, while fulfilling additional roles such as teacher, counselor, and mentor.

For more information on the position and to apply online, click here…

If you know someone who would be a good fit for this position at our school, please share this opportunity with them!

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.

• Community Events & Forms (https://www.siouxcenterchristian.com/currentfamilies/officehandouts.cfm) is the place to check regularly for camp information, registration forms, and more! Currently there is information for:
• American State Bank Sports Complex Middle School Soccer
• American State Bank Sports Youth Mascot and Walkout Video
• Sioux Center Rec 5th & 6th Grade Volleyball
• Unity Christian Boys Basketball Camp Registration (Grades 3-8)
• Unity Jr. Knights Girls Basketball Registration (Grades 5-8)
• Moped Safety Course
• Clover Kids Program
• Fall Driver's Ed
• Try Hockey
• Dordt Youth Cheer Camp

• Federal law requires that school officials inform you that SCCS has several rooms that might have some asbestos content in the floor tile. Specific information regarding this is contained in our adopted maintenance plan available in our office for anyone to see.

• Subject to the United States Constitution, and all applicable state and federal laws, SCCS does not discriminate in its employment or admissions practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy, please contact the school’s Equity Coordinator, Paul Brenner, Head of School, 630 First Avenue SE, Sioux Center, IA, 51250, 712.722.0777, pbrenner@siouxcenterchristian.com. SCCS reserves the right to institute hiring and enrollment practices based on the school’s mission statement and philosophies.

Email: sccsoffice@siouxcenterchristian.com
Website: siouxcenterchristian.com
Location: 630 1st Ave. SE, Sioux Center, IA
Phone: 712-722-0777
Facebook: facebook.com/siouxcenterchristian