Elementary School Highlights

Elementary Students Take Part in the Annual Read-A-Thon -

Grandparents Deserve To Be Honored -

November 2, 2012 will be long remembered by many grandparents, friends, and families! This day was set aside where Grandparents were honored in a program given by students in grades K thru 5.

Many folks traveled long distances and surprised their grandchildren by their attendance!

A Marine veteran, who served our country 40 years ago, was deeply touched by the fourth grade performance as his grandson wore the old uniform with pride.

Several elementary students were asked how they felt about the Grandparents Day program.  Third grader, Hunter Passamaneck, grinned from ear to ear and said “Fun!”   Fourth grader, Nicholas Fox, was happy to see all the people in the audience.  He said he wasn’t nervous on stage, but felt joyful!  Third grader, Ryan Reflogal likes singing and was only a little nervous. He also enjoyed seeing the smiles of those in the audience.

A seventh grade student, Taynin Abbott, remembers her participation in this annual event: “This day was an amazing and wonderful
experience! It was so much fun to bless all who attended. So many people came to see us sing. I really enjoyed it.”

FCA ES Speech Meet Winners

Faith Christian Academy sent twenty-three elementary students to the annual ACSI Regional Speech Meet at Cherry Hills Christian School in
November.  Each participant chose what category he/she wanted to compete in.  The categories vary from first grade to fifth grade, but
include Bible Memory, Poetry, and Fables and Folklore.  Students prepared at home, which required discipline and dedication to the event.  
Before performing at the ACSI Speech Meet, all participants shared their selections during an Elementary Chapel so that each participant
would have some experience speaking in front of a group.   We are proud to announce that our elementary was awarded seven blue ribbons,
fifteen red ribbons and one white ribbon.

Congratulations to all FCA participants: Lily Bauer, Calvin Cardie, Avery Davis, Brooklyn Donatone, Elizabeth French, Jameson Goldstein, Shelbie Hewitt, Jaden Hill, Sydney Hoefer, Grace Holick, Abby Horn, Ayden Johnston, Joey Knoll, Bryan Lowry, Charlie McDonough, Jordan Okamoto, Camille Peisner, Myrrh Powers, Connor Reflogal, Marshall Strange, Clara Strange, Sammy Tabibi, & Trinity Varga.

Respect Reports -

Elementary School Principal, Dadra Sears, wants to reward positive behavior with a visit to the Principal’s Office.  This year teachers are on the lookout for students displaying exemplary behavior. When students are caught treating classmates, teachers, or facilities with deference, they can be given a “Respect Report.” Once the incident is reported, the students are called to the office to have snacks with Mrs. Sears and Mrs. Steigleder. Recently, the Principals served cookies and hot cocoa with squirty whipped cream to four boys for acting in an exceptionally respectful way.

Field Day Fun

Students, parents, & staff enjoy the beautiful day, friends, and of course, competition!

Operation Christmas Child

 Each November, our fifth grade students join Samaritan’s Purse and Operation Christmas Child’s efforts to bless children
around the world. A flyer is sent home to elementary families, requesting that they prepare a shoebox containing items such
as school supplies, toys, gum, jewelry, activity books, etc.

The boxes are collected in classrooms, and then brought to a special Elementary Chapel. There the students are reminded
of the needs of other children.  The children and staff pray over the colorfully decorated boxes. Afterward, our fifth graders
complete the prep process. This year grades K - 5 prepared 531 boxes to be sent to children who may not otherwise receive
anything for Christmas. This is an amazing experience, as our students and families go beyond themselves for the sake of others.