THE WEEK @ TDCHRISTIAN
from Feb. 13 to 17, 2023
"And whatever you do or say, do it as a representative of Jesus Christ, giving thanks through him to God the Father." Colossians 3:17
Current families who will have other children attend TDChristian beginning in 2023-24 should register them by clicking here or clicking on the "Existing families: Click here to register your next child" button found under the photos on the Splash! Page. Early bird deadline is February 15.
Official First Semester Learning Reports will be mailed this week!
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PRAISE and PETITION
We WELCOMED our seventh new student for second semester this past week. We thank God for her and pray that she may be enfolded into our learning community.
The FUNERAL for Ms. Knibbe's parents, Auke and Addy Ellens, who passed away on Jan. 28 and 25, respectively, will be at 1 p.m. on Thurs., Feb. 16 at Sovereign Grace Church (formerly Springdale CRC) in Bradford. Visitation is from 4 to 7 p.m. on Wed., Feb. 15 at the Skwarchuk Funeral Home in Bradford. Please pray for Ms. Knibbe and the Ellens' family.
THURSDAY'S WINTER OPEN HOUSE and CELEBRATION OF LEARNING was a great event. We had at least 27 prospective families attend and many current ones, too. We PRAISE God for the great work shared by our students via presentations and projects.
GRADE 11 MENTORSHIP is completed. Students went to many different places to learn about possible future directions. Thank you to the many parents and guardians who volunteered their time. Please pray for students as they prepare their presentations.
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DAY by DAY
MONDAY, Feb. 13
- Per. 1: Roundtables meeting for Grade 11 students (includes Grade 12 Course Selections for 2023-24).
- Per. 3: Roundtables meeting for Grade 10 students (includes Grade 11 Course Selections for 2023-24).
TUESDAY, Feb. 14
- The TDChristian hockey team will be away competing in the annual Christian Schools tournament.
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 15
- Per. 2: Roundtables meeting for Grade 9 students (includes Grade 10 Course Selections for 2023-24).
THURSDAY, Feb. 16
- 10 a.m. Global Leadership Summit viewing will be in the Presentation Centre until 5 p.m. TDChristian welcomes leaders from other schools.
FRIDAY, Feb. 17
- Assembly at 8:50 a.m.
- TDChristian hosts its Junior Girls Volleyball Tournament
Note: Grade 12 students who are interested in exploring the possibility of returning for one or two semesters next year should contact Mr. Groot. Students who volunteer as Teachers' Assistants may qualify for half-price tuition.
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Stay tuned to this space and Edsby messages for more opportunities.
See MORE volunteer opportunities under Fire Hall Thrift.
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UP & COMING
TDChristian's TALENT NIGHT is on Thurs., Feb. 23 at 6 p.m. When tickets become available on EventBrite, an Edsby message will be sent to TDChristian students, parents, and guardians. Space is limited to the number of seats in the Presentation Centre.
On Thurs., Feb. 23, at 6:30 p.m. we are hosting a CAREERS and COURSE SELECTIONS NIGHT (focus is for on Grade 10). Yes, it's the same night at TALENT NIGHT to save driving. Please RSVP to vanschepen@tdchristian.ca. Familes who attend can earn TWO Parent/Guardian Volunteer Hours.
Share this invite for our PASTOR AND YOUTH LEADER BREAKFAST at your church. Details of this event which takes place on February 28 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.. can be accessed by clicking HERE.
The INTRAMURAL HOCKEY SEASON has its final tournament on Fri., Mar. 3. Players will get information from their coaches. It will be a great event.
MARCH BREAK is from March 10 to 20 inclusive. The last day prior to the break is Thurs., Mar. 9 and the first day back is Tues., Mar. 21.
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YEAR 60 EVENTS
"And whatever you do or say, do it as a representative of Jesus Christ giving thanks through him to God the Father." Colossians 3:17
60th YEAR CONCERT: Thursday, Apr. 20, 2023 at 7 p.m. at the Vaughan Community Church. If you are interested in finding out how you can SPONSOR or help sponsor this event, contact groot@tdchristian.ca or fernhout@tdchristian.ca.
GRANDPARENTS' DAY: Thursday, May 4, 2023
OPEN HOUSE for FORMER TEACHERS and STAFF: Thursday, June 1, 2023 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Contact groot@tdchristian.ca.
ALUMNI SOCCER GAME (tentative): June 2, 2023
OPEN HOUSE and CELEBRATION: Saturday, June 3, 2023
- Tours starting at 2 p.m.
- At 5 p.m., mingle and celebrate with past and current TDChristian students, families, supporters, and staff members.
- At 7 p.m., we will have a program with speakers, videos, and more celebrating God's faithfulness to TDChristian through the years.
ALUMNI DRAMA NIGHT: Saturday, June 24
- Interested in performing or helping out? Contact Mr. Peters by clicking here.
- It's going to be in the Presentation Centre!
If you are interested in helping to organize or run any of the above events (and earn VOLUNTEER hours), please contact knibbe@tdchristian.ca.
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FIRE HALL THRIFT (FHT)
CHECK OUT THE STORE! Every day it gets better thanks to the work of volunteers and our new supervisor, Sandra Allen. Come and buy!
We can ALWAYS use more volunteers. Help the THRIFT STORE thrive at home or at the store. GET INVOLVED by clicking here.
WAYS to HELP (and earn PARENT-GUARDIAN and/or STUDENT VOLUNTEER HOURS). Contact Sandra by clicking here especially if you can do a weekly job where you are in charge of an area. e.g., books, CDs. We have someone taking care of tools!
Have an idea? Email Sandra by clicking here.
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The SPLASH! PAGE is the go-to for updates.
Check it anytime you're looking for something.
(e.g. Sports, Drama, Music and this communication).
YRAA games and standings are found at yraa.com.
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