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What's New?

WHAT IS THE PLUMSTEAD CAMPUS CONNECTION?

Those of you who are new may be wondering, “What is the Plumstead Campus Connection?” The Plumstead Campus Connection (PCC) is a weekly blog bringing you important news, announcements, and information to guide you through upcoming events our Lower, Middle and Upper Schools. The PCC is updated and emailed weekly to make sure you have the information you need. You can also access the PCC at any time from our website, https://www.plumsteadchristian.org/, by clicking on the “Family Portal” tab.

IMPORTANT REMINDER!

Due to the number of snow days and delayed openings that we experienced this year, we WILL have a normal day of school on April 23rd!

FUNDRAISER NIGHT AT JULES PIZZA

Come eat out at Jules Pizza in Doylestown on Wednesday, April 24th from 4-8 PM and 20% of what you spend will be donated by Jules Pizza to support the Teacher Gift Fund. Tell your family and friends!

YARD SALE – DONATIONS NEEDED!

PCS is collecting donations for a YARD SALE for the church Iglesia Linaje Escogido in Chalfont. Please drop off any donations to room 7 by April 25th. You can read all of the details HERE.

COLLEGE CONNECTION

The newest edition of the Plumstead College Connection is now available. You can read the April – June edition of the College Connection HERE.

PCS COLOR RUSH 5K

Join the PCS Junior and Senior class on Saturday, April 27th at 9 AM for a 5k Color Rush. At 10 AM we will host a pancake breakfast and have a variety of lawn games available. All proceeds will benefit future JR and SR class trips.

Registration details: 12 years and under: run only – $15, or run and pancake breakfast – $20; 13 years and older: run only – $25, or run and pancake breakfast – $30.

Tickets for the pancake breakfast alone will be sold at the event for $10 a piece.

You can learn more about the event and register here: https://runsignup.com/Race/PA/Plumsteadville/PCScolorrush.

FOUNDERS FORUM

Tickets are now available for our ninth annual Founders Forum with keynote speaker Kirk Cameron, actor and movie producer. This event will be held on Monday, May 6. Tickets can be purchased at pcs.thundertix.com. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. Sponsors are given prime seating at the main event, but they are also invited to an exclusive dinner with Kirk Cameron where there is an additional question and answer session and a photo op. If you are interested in sponsoring our event please reach out directly to me with your inquiry at pfitzpatrick@plumsteadchristian.org.

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Loving Arms Elder Care is looking for caregivers to join their team and make a difference in the lives of seniors. You can find out more information HERE.

NURSE’S NOTE

Health records required! Please read HERE to see what dental and health records your child(ren) may need for the upcoming school year! This also notes how to prevent delaying your child’s care while visiting the school nurse by selecting “YES” under Permission to Treat and “YES or NO” to appropriate doses you allow for Tylenol or Motrin if necessary to give during the school day.

A. MARLYN MOYER, JR. SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION – a Scholarship for students who reside in Bucks County

Eligibility Requirements: must be a resident of Bucks County, PA; academically qualified; have record of involvement in the community, church and/or other activities (especially as a leader); have been involved in giving service to others, and have financial need.

Each applicant is asked to submit a High School and Personal Reference and Grade Transcripts, SAT/ACT results and a copy of the FAFSA Submission Confirmation Page with their EFC (Expected Family Contribution) info. Application deadline: May 24, 2019. Typically, six to eight scholarships are awarded averaging between $2,500 to $5,000 dollars. If you have any questions feel free to email scholarship@ammoyerfoundation.com. See Mrs. Hawthorne for an application.

ARE YOU A SENIOR APPLYING TO BUCKS COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE?

Complete an Honors@Bucks application by May 1^st, so you can be in the running for our 13 one-full-year Honors@Bucks scholarships for 2019-20. Both the Honors@Bucks application form and more info about scholarships are available at www.bucks.edu/honors.

DO YOU NEED FAFSA HELP?

The Bucks County Community College will be offering FAFSA FRIDAYS during the month of March in their Newtown location. Walk-ins will be held from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm at the Financial Aid Office located in the lower level of the Linksz Pavillion. To schedule a weekday or evening appointment, please contact Financial Aid at (215) 968-8200. Seating is limited.

These sessions are provided to assist students and their parents in completing their 2019-2020 FAFSA applications. Computers will be available to complete the FAFSA application online. A financial aid professional will be present to answer any questions that may arise in the application process.

Students and parents should bring all the required documents needed to complete the FAFSA application. This includes Income Tax information for the 2017 year, social security information, driver’s license, and FSA ID to sign their electronic application. A student and parent can apply for FSA ID at www.FSAID.gov.

SURF CAMP

Calvary Fellowship Church of Germantown is hosting a summer surf camp. John Rozier, pastor of Calvary Fellowship Germantown, is a PCS parent. Click HERE for more information or go to https://urbansurfministries.com/.

2019-2020 OVERVIEW

As you are beginning to plan for summer vacations and holiday travel, please refer to the 2019-2020 Calendar Overview for important dates!

LIBRARY LOWDOWN

Parents… please help us hold our students accountable for overdue books and outstanding fines. While we have always had the following policies, we recently published them on our website and are listing them below for you. We LOVE that your kids are reading, but responsibility is important! As always, please address any concerns or questions to the librarian. Thank you!

LIBRARY POLICIES
*Fines are 10 cents per day and begin after a one week grace period following the due date.
*Fines will be incurred to a maximum of $2.00 per item.
*Students will receive two overdue notices. If the item is not returned, a bill is issued for the replacement cost.
*If the item is subsequently returned, the replacement cost is dropped but fines of 10 cents per day are due.
*If fines or costs are still not paid by the student, the charges will be automatically added to the tuition bill.
*Failure to pay financial obligations will result in the family’s loss of access to RenWeb.

SWEATSHIRT FOR SALE

There is a youth large Plumstead Hoodie available for $25. If you are interested please contact Crystal Hathaway at crystal.hathaway@gmail.com.

TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT – NOW HIRING!

PCS is looking to hire someone for a part-time position starting at $15 per hour with summers off and no nights, weekends, or holidays. This is a perfect job for a semi-retired person, a stay-at-home parent, someone needing a little extra cash, etc. We will provide paid training and help the new hire obtain a CDL-B driver’s license. The job begins by driving vans, then eventually move up to buses with a significant pay increase. If you are interested please message Brian Shiel at bshiel@plumsteadchristian.org or call at (215) 766-8073 X220. Know someone that might be interested? Spread the word! You can go also to https://plumsteadchristian.org/admissions/apply/ to fill out a brief application.

YEARBOOK!

Don’t be left without a yearbook! There are a limited number of yearbooks left. We are extending our sale date from the original end date of 4/12 to 4/30. Order today! You can order now at http://jostensyearbooks.com?REF=A07388000.

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Throughout the year many various scholarships become available. Click HERE to view the current scholarship list.

SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES

Many opportunities become available for student growth over the summer. Read the HERE to see opportunities for the summer of 2019, and check back often to see new opportunities as they become available.

FREE ON-LINE SAT AND ACT TEST PREP

When searching for SAT and ACT test prep tools, the number of available options can be a bit overwhelming. There are books, websites, online courses, review videos, in-person tutoring, and more. Some of these resources are free, others can be costly. Both ACT and SAT offer free online resources for SAT and ACT prep. Be sure to evaluate all the options carefully to determine which style of test prep is best for your student.

ACT Academy/Free ACT prep: https://academy.act.org/
Khan Academy/Free SAT prep: https://www.khanacademy.org/sat

What's Ongoing?

HOT LUNCH PROGRAM

This year the Middle and Upper School hot lunch program will be administered by La Petite Soiree, owned and operated by Andrea Jacoby, PCS parent. (Andrea has been providing hot lunches for the Lower School for the past few years.) Lunches and snacks will be available on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Please go to https://pcsupper.h1.hotlunchonline.net/ to view menus and order lunches. Contact Jo Smeland with any questions.

TEACHER GIFT FUND

If you haven’t already, don’t forget to support the Teacher Thank You Gift Fund with your donation of $30/PER STUDENT. Every penny of this donation goes directly to our awesome teachers and faculty as Christmas, Birthday and End of Year Gifts and we cannot do it without your help. There are 3 ways to send in the donation:

1, Cash: Send in an envelope marked Teacher Gift Fund to the front office.

2. Check: Make check out to PCS and write Teacher Gift Fund in the Memo and send to front office.

3. Credit Card: CLICK HERE to pay by credit card”. If you choose this method please donate $31 per student to go towards the convenience fee.

CHAMPS

Parents of preschoolers: Beginning Thursday, September 20, please join us on Thursday mornings for a FREE parent and child(ren) play group. We meet at our Lower School for fun and fellowship where you and your child(ren) can participate in a playtime consisting of free play from 8:30-9:00, then structured activities from 9:00-10:15. When you arrive, sign-in at the office and then head to room 8 (Pre-K room) to join the fun. To register, please contact Jennifer Weaver at jweaver@plumsteadchristian.org.

PURCHASE OF A PERSONALIZED, COMMEMORATIVE TILE!

Now that we have officially opened our new activity center, we are also going public with our capital campaign, “Building for Excellence.” This campaign focuses on Students of Excellence, Faculty of Excellence, and Facilities of Excellence. Please consider purchasing a personalized, commemorative tile that will be assembled into a beautiful mosaic to be part of the permanent bench located in the foyer of the new Activity Center. This purchase contributes to this capital campaign, demonstrates your support of the school, and inspires others to do the same!

PCS art teacher, Mary DeClerico, will hand-craft each tile complete with a custom inscription (e.g. your family name, “in honor of…,” or “in memory of…”). We are also challenging each graduating class to collect enough money to buy a custom tile to represent their graduating class (e.g. Class of 1985, Class of 2025). We are hoping class reps will spearhead these projects, collect the money, and order the tiles. If we sell more tiles than can fit the bench, the mosaic will expand beyond the bench.

Directions for how to PUT YOUR OWN PERSONAL STAMP ON OUR NEW ACTIVITY CENTER can be found here.

PANTHER ATHLETICS

PLAY THE RIGHT WAY, PLAY FOR THE RIGHT REASONS.

“And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him” – Colossians 3:17.

Follow PCS Athletics on Instagram and Like PCS Athletics on Facebook for Athletic news and last minute game schedule changes, etc.

PRAYER SUPPORT

MOMS IN PRAYER INTERNATIONAL

Would you like to pray for your children and PCS with other like-minded moms? Well, THIS is your official invitation!

Plumstead Christian School’s Moms in Prayer International prayer meetings are held at our Middle/Upper School MOST 1st and 3rd Tuesdays. Please check the “UPCOMING EVENTS” at the top of this Plumstead Campus Connection for dates. Please sign-in at the office first when you come to pray. We gather as close to 8:30 AM as possible, then we pray from 8:45-9:45 for our children, our teachers, our staff, our board members, and our school, to impact them for Christ. Any questions, please feel free to call or text Christy Weaver at 732-610-9828.

ARE YOU AN ASSOCIATION MEMBER?

As part of our PCS family, you are eligible to join the Association. As a parent-run organization, the Association serves a vital role in the life of the school. It elects board members who direct and conduct the affairs of the Association. Meetings are held twice per year to provide an opportunity for members to stay informed and be updated on the business affairs of the school. Review our Constitution and apply now to join the PCS Association. Questions, please contact Lindsay Kobithen.

BOX TOPS FOR EDUCATION

Remember to look for Box Tops products as you shop! Send them to school to get a head start on earning cash for Plumstead for the 2018-2019 school year. Clipped Box Tops are each worth 10¢ for our school. For a complete list of participating products, go to BTFE.com.

AMAZON DOLLARS

AmazonSmile is a simple and automatic way for you to support Plumstead Christian School every time you shop, at no cost to you. When you shop at smile.amazon.com, you’ll find the exact same low prices, vast selection and convenient shopping experience as Amazon.com, with the added bonus that Amazon will donate a portion of the purchase price to PCS. Click here to get started.

LANDS’ END UNIFORMS

Our PCS approved vendor is Lands’ End for anything needing our logo applied: (www.landsend.com) preferred school #900119728.

MARKETING MINUTES

See us living the mission every day, Join us on Facebook.

How Can I Volunteer?

We are thankful for the many parents who volunteer each year. Please click on the links below for details:

Lunch helpers, contact Jo Smeland: jsmeland@plumsteadchristian.org
Event tech parent volunteers, contact Mrs. Nusser: snusser@plumsteadchristian.org
Boosters — in support of PCS Athletics — contact boosters@plumsteadchristian.org
Volunteer Clearances are required for all volunteers who work directly with our students. Submit completed clearances to the front office of either campus.

What's New?

WHAT IS THE PLUMSTEAD CAMPUS CONNECTION?

Those of you who are new may be wondering, “What is the Plumstead Campus Connection?” The Plumstead Campus Connection (PCC) is a weekly blog bringing you important news, announcements, and information to guide you through upcoming events at our Lower, Middle and Upper Schools. The PCC is updated and emailed weekly to make sure you have the information you need. You can also access the PCC at any time from our website, https://www.plumsteadchristian.org/, by clicking on the “Family Portal” tab.

IMPORTANT REMINDER!

Due to the number of snow days and delayed openings that we experienced this year, we WILL have a normal day of school on April 23rd!

FUNDRAISER NIGHT AT JULES PIZZA

Come eat out at Jules Pizza in Doylestown on Wednesday, April 24th from 4-8 PM and 20% of what you spend will be donated by Jules Pizza to support the Teacher Gift Fund. Tell your family and friends!

YARD SALE – DONATIONS NEEDED!

PCS is collecting donations for a YARD SALE for the church Iglesia Linaje Escogido in Chalfont. Please drop off any donations to room 7 by April 25th. You can read all of the details HERE.

PCS COLOR RUSH 5K

Registration details: 12 years and under: run only – $15, or run and pancake breakfast – $20; 13 years and older: run only – $25, or run and pancake breakfast – $30.

Tickets for the pancake breakfast alone will be sold at the event for $10 a piece.

You can learn more about the event and register here: https://runsignup.com/Race/PA/Plumsteadville/PCScolorrush.

FOUNDERS FORUM

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Loving Arms Elder Care is looking for caregivers to join their team and make a difference in the lives of seniors. You can find out more information HERE.

NURSE’S NOTE

PCS SUMMER CAMPS

We are excited to open up online registration for PCS Summer Camps. This year our camps will take place between July 8- August 2. We will be offering 3 weeks of Adventure Camp, 4 Weeks of Camp Sport Time, a week of Basketball Camp, and a week of Field Hockey Camp. Our weeks of Adventure Camp will include activities such as bowling, laser tag, mini golf, batting cages, rock climbing, rafting down the Delaware, SkyZone trampoline park, high ropes course, and more! Don’t forget PCS Camps are for everyone, not just our PCS community, so be sure to invite friends from church and your neighborhood! For more information and to register for 2019 PCS Camps, please click on the following link: https://plumsteadchristian.org/summer-camps-grade-6-and-up/.

Any questions? Please email summercamps@plumsteadchristian.org

SWEATSHIRT FOR SALE

There is a youth large Plumstead Hoodie available for $25. If you are interested please contact Crystal Hathaway at crystal.hathaway@gmail.com.

2019-2020 OVERVIEW

As you are beginning to plan for summer vacations and holiday travel, please refer to the 2019-2020 Calendar Overview for important dates!

LIBRARY LOWDOWN

TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT – NOW HIRING!

YEARBOOK!

What's Ongoing?

HOT LUNCH PROGRAM

TEACHER GIFT FUND

1, Cash: Send in an envelope marked Teacher Gift Fund to the front office.

2. Check: Make check out to PCS and write Teacher Gift Fund in the Memo and send to front office.

3. Credit Card: CLICK HERE to pay by credit card”. If you choose this method please donate $31 per student to go towards the convenience fee.

CHAMPS

Parents of preschoolers: Beginning Thursday, September 20, please join us on Thursday mornings for a FREE parent and child(ren) playgroup. We meet at our Lower School for fun and fellowship where you and your child(ren) can participate in a playtime consisting of free play from 8:30-9:00, then structured activities from 9:00-10:15. When you arrive, sign-in at the office and then head to room 8 (Pre-K room) to join the fun. To register, please contact Jennifer Weaver at jweaver@plumsteadchristian.org.

PURCHASE OF A PERSONALIZED, COMMEMORATIVE TILE!

Directions for how to PUT YOUR OWN PERSONAL STAMP ON OUR NEW ACTIVITY CENTER can be found here.

LANDS’ END UNIFORMS

Our PCS approved vendor is Lands’ End for anything needing our logo applied: (www.landsend.com) preferred school #900119728.

PANTHER ATHLETICS

PLAY THE RIGHT WAY, PLAY FOR THE RIGHT REASONS.

“And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him” – Colossians 3:17

Follow PCS Athletics on Instagram and Like PCS Athletics on Facebook for Athletic news and last minute game schedule changes, etc.

PRAYER SUPPORT

MOMS IN PRAYER INTERNATIONAL

Would you like to pray for your children and PCS with other like-minded moms? Well, THIS is your official invitation!

ARE YOU AN ASSOCIATION MEMBER?

BOX TOPS FOR EDUCATION

AMAZON DOLLARS

MARKETING MINUTES

See us living the mission every day. Join us on Facebook.

How Can I Volunteer?

We are thankful for the many parents who volunteer each year. Please click on the links below for details:

Lunch helpers, contact Jo Smeland: jsmeland@plumsteadchristian.org
Event tech parent volunteers, contact Mrs. Nusser: snusser@plumsteadchristian.org
Boosters — in support of PCS Athletics — contact boosters@plumsteadchristian.org
Volunteer Clearances are required for all volunteers who work directly with our students. Submit completed clearances to the front office of either campus.

What's New?

WHAT IS THE PLUMSTEAD CAMPUS CONNECTION?

Those of you who are new may be wondering, “What is the Plumstead Campus Connection?” The Plumstead Campus Connection (PCC) is a weekly blog bringing you important news, announcements, and information to guide you through upcoming events at PCS’ Lower, Middle and Upper schools. The PCC is updated and emailed weekly to make sure you have the information you need. You can also access the PCC at any time from our website, https://www.plumsteadchristian.org/, by going under the “Family Portal” tab.

SAVE THE DATE – FAMILY FUN FAIR!

Our annual Family Fun Fair will be held on Saturday, May 4 from 11:00 – 3:00! See the Family Fun Fair Flyer for more information.

IMPORTANT REMINDER!

Due to the number of snow days and delayed openings that we experienced this year, we WILL have a normal day of school on April 23rd!

HATS FOR SAM DAY – APRIL 23RD!

Let’s show our love and support for Sam Smith as he recovers from brain surgery – see the Hats for Sam flyer for details.

FUNDRAISER NIGHT AT JULES PIZZA

Come eat out at Jules Pizza in Doylestown on Wednesday, April 24th from 4-8 PM and 20% of what you spend will be donated by Jules Pizza to support the Teacher Gift Fund. Tell your family and friends!

NURSE’S NOTE

SPRING CONCERT

Our Lower School Spring Concert is scheduled for Thursday, May 9th, 7:00 PM, at the Upper School campus in the Millham Activity Center (the new gymnasium). Please read the Spring Concert Letter for all of the details.

FINE ARTS FESTIVAL

During the week of May 13th, each grade level will be hosting a recital to enjoy God’s beautiful gift of music together! This celebration of music will culminate with a Fine Arts Festival on Wednesday, May 22 from 1:45 – 2:45 PM. Read HERE for all of the details.

PCS COLOR RUSH 5K

Registration details: 12 years and under: run only – $15, or run and pancake breakfast – $20; 13 years and older: run only – $25, or run and pancake breakfast – $30.

Tickets for the pancake breakfast alone will be sold at the event for $10 a piece.

You can learn more about the event and register here: https://runsignup.com/Race/PA/Plumsteadville/PCScolorrush.

FOUNDERS FORUM

PCS SUMMER CAMPS!

Online registration for PCS Lower School Summer Camps is now open! This year we will be offering a variety of exciting camps from Curious George Camp to Basketball Camp and many more. We offer camps for every age, so please click HERE to see all of the amazing camps we have to offer. You can also click HERE to learn about Torch Premier Soccer Camp. For your convenience, you can click on this link for online registration and more information. https://plumsteadchristian.org/summer-camps-for-pre-school-through-grade-6/

Don’t forget, if your child is entering grade 3 through grade 5, they are now old enough to register for our upper school camps as well! Click on this link for more information https://plumsteadchristian.org/summer-camps-grade-6-and-up/.

Any questions? Please feel free to email summercamps@plumsteadchristian.org

YOUNG REMBRANDTS

Registration is now open for the next session of the Young Rembrandts Drawing Club. This session runs from 3:15 – 4:30 on Tuesdays from May 9th – May 30th. Click HERE for all of the details.

2019-2020 OVERVIEW

As you are beginning to plan for summer vacations and holiday travel, please refer to the Lower School Calendar Overview for important dates!

YEARBOOK

It’s YEARBOOK time already! Click HERE for information about submitting your business ad or student ad into the 2018-2019 Lower School yearbook! Questions? Email tklinger@plumsteadchristian.org.

Order Your Lower Campus yearbook today!

Place your yearbook order here: http://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A01118784.

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Loving Arms Elder Care is looking for caregivers to join their team and make a difference in the lives of seniors. You can find out more information HERE.

TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT – NOW HIRING!

CLASSROOM WEBSITES

Don’t forget to check your child’s weekly classroom newsletter on your teacher’s class website!

Mrs. Landis

Mrs. Taylor
Mrs. Finley
Mrs. Stern

What's Ongoing?

STUDENT ACTIVITY CALENDAR

The American Heart Association recommends that children 2 years and older should participate in at least 60 minutes of enjoyable, moderate-intensity physical activity every day! To encourage each student to reach this goal, he or she can earn a dress down day card each month just for being active. Read the note to parents from our PE instructor for all of the details. You can also print an Activity Calendar if you need one.

CHAMPS

PURCHASE OF A PERSONALIZED, COMMEMORATIVE TILE!

Directions for how to PUT YOUR OWN PERSONAL STAMP ON OUR NEW ACTIVITY CENTER can be found here.

PRAYER AND SUPPORT

MOMS IN PRAYER INTERNATIONAL

Would you like to pray for your children and PCS with other like-minded moms? Well, THIS is your official invitation!

ARE YOU AN ASSOCIATION MEMBER?

BOX TOPS FOR EDUCATION

AMAZON DOLLARS

LANDS’ END UNIFORMS

Our PCS approved vendor is Lands’ End for anything needing our logo applied: (www.landsend.com) preferred school #900119728. Please refer to the Lower School Dress Code as you prepare for the rest of the school year.

MARKETING MINUTES

See us living the mission every day. Join us on Facebook.

How Can I Volunteer?

We are thankful for the many parents who volunteer each year. Please see below for details.

Volunteer Opportunities: Hospitality, Picture Day, Race for Education, Secret Shop, Book Fairs, Lunch Duty and more! If you are interested in volunteering please contact Mrs. Miquel.
Volunteer Clearances are required for all volunteers who work directly with our students. Submit completed clearances to the front office of either campus.