Tuesday Informer                                                                       October 6, 2009
 

** Fall Break … October 12-16. Plan something fun! **
 From the desk of Principal John Spice …

 Lessons from Eddie Haskell
The year was 1957. The setting was a sleepy little town in the heart of middle America. Two teenage boys were shooting baskets while preparing for the upcoming championship basketball game with cross-town rival, Edgewood High. As strategies for the game were discussed, Wally’s younger brother, happened along. “Hi-ya Wally! Hi-ya Eddie! What-ya doin?” interrupted Theodore (AKA, The Beaver). Eddie, who had an aversion to younger brothers something akin to chicken-pox, sneered at Theodore. “Scram, you little creep. Can’t you see we’re busy?  “Knock it off, Eddie,” interrupted Wally, who was usually pretty good about defending his younger brother against the verbal insults of his not-so-mature friend. Much to Eddie’s chagrin, Wally allowed his brother to stay on the condition that he not interrupt or bother Eddie. As the older boys continued to strategize for the big game, Theodore couldn’t help himself and interjected, “Gee, Eddie, do you think we have a chance against Edgewood?” As if on cue, Eddie approached the Beaver menacingly. He pointed to the young boy and threatened,  “Now listen, you little twirp. You interrupt me one more time and I’ll ring your scrawny little neck! You here me? Now mind your own business!” 
 

Eddie was still glaring at young Theodore when Mr. Cleaver, the boys’ father pulled up in his station wagon. “Hi boys! Have a nice day at school?” “Yeah. It was OK,” replied Wally and the Beaver, who then gave a brief narration of the day’s events. Turning to his son’s friend, Mr. Cleaver then asked, “And How are you Eddie?”  “Oh, just fine, Sir!” said Eddie with sickening-sweet emphasis.  “Wally and I were just showing the Beaver some shots at the basket. You know, Sir, he’s such a fine young man, and I really think he has great potential as a basketball player! I believe it is our responsibility as the older generation to be role models to those coming up behind us, and help them in whatever way we can - don’t you agree, Sir?” Not to discourage what was said, Mr. Cleaver simply responded, “Sure, Eddie,” all the while thinking to himself, “Who does he think he’s kidding?”

  
Fifty years ago, people who talked out of both sides of their mouth like Eddie were called hypocrites, and unworthy of our trust.  Try playing that same sitcom today, and see how a character like Eddie might fare.   In today’s cultural landscape where the ends justify the means, a character like Eddie Haskell may even be esteemed in life, especially if those in positions of authority around him are perceived as underserving of his respect, which also seems to be sadly lacking in today’s society.

There is another standard, however, that God is anxious for His children and the world to know. Consider, for example, the following passages of Scripture:

·   Proverbs 26:28- “A lying tongue hates those it hurts, and a flattering mouth works ruin.”

·   Psalm 15:1-3- “Lord who may abide in Your tabernacle? Who may dwell in Your holy hill? He who walks uprightly, and works righteousness, and speaks the truth in his heart; he who does not backbite with his tongue, nor does evil to his neighbor.”

·   Ephesians 4:25- “Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to his neighbor, for we are all members of one body.”

 

Our mission is to honor and glorify God by providing an excellent education with a Christian foundation, in a safe and encouraging environment. May the Lord continue to bless those efforts as we partner with parents to teach God’s children to be people of integrity.  Our future and theirs depends on it.

Grandparent’s Day Program

CDS cordially invites all grandparents of CDS students to attend our special Grandparent’s Day Program on FRIDAY at Noon.  If a student doesn’t have a grandparent that can attend, we invite grandparent “stand-ins” like an aunt, uncle, friend, or even mom or dad.  The event will begin at Noon when grandparents are invited to bring lunch and eat with their grandchild in their classroom, Fellowship Hall, or other designated area.  A program honoring grandparents will follow in the Worship Center.  Parents are welcome to attend the musical program as well.  Please join us for this special day!  Students will return to class after the program.  Please note:  Lunch will not be served on Friday.  If someone is not attending to bring your child a lunch on Grandparent’s Day, please send a lunch.

Important Grandparent Day guidelines:

·         Grandparents can pick up their grandchild(ren) from classroom at NOON. Students will not be dismissed to go to the Fellowship Hall without a grandparent or a note that they may go with another child’s grandparent.

·         Grandparents are welcome to stay in the classroom and eat with their grandchild. There are four other areas designated to eat lunch besides the classroom: the Fellowship Hall on the first floor, Room 252 on the second floor, the chess club lunch area on the second floor, and the second floor lobby with the picnic tables. Please ask grandparents to select an area that is convenient to your child’s classroom location.   

·         If a student is leaving after the program, please send a note with the student in the morning.  They must return to the classroom after the program to be checked out with the teacher. This is a full day of school and students will be responsible for any work missed if they leave early.

 

Parent-Teacher Conference HALF Day -

Thursday, October 22, Early dismissal at 12:15 p.m.

Sign up sheets will be posted on the wall next to your child’s classroom door beginning tomorrow morning.  Conferences will be held in the classrooms and will last 15 minutes.  We encourage all parents to schedule a conference on October 22nd, especially if you have a concern with your child’s progress.  If you need a longer conference, or you cannot make it on the 22nd, please contact your child’s teacher for a convenient time.  Middle School parents do not need to schedule a conference with each teacher. Middle School conferences should only be scheduled with the teacher of the subject where there is a concern.  Please note:  Children are not allowed to attend the parent-teacher conference, so you will need to make arrangements accordingly for your child. Your cooperation is appreciated.

** Report Cards — Tuesday, October 21 ** Thursday, October 22, is a HALF DAY. **

 

Basketball Registration material and Lunch Sign-ups will be in a separate email.
 

Kroger Cards

Help our eighth grade students raise money for their end of the year trip to St. Louis at no additional expense to you.  We are asking parents, grandparents, friends, and family school-wide to purchase $5 Kroger Cards.  The card is pre-loaded with $5 (so it is FREE).  Every time a Kroger Card is used to purchase, groceries, prescriptions, or gas CDS receives 5% of the total purchase.  Click here to view an attachment explaining how the Kroger Card works.  Kroger Cards will be available for purchase at the Grandparent’s Day program on Friday.
 

Campbell Soup Labels and Box Tops for Education

Please turn in any labels and box tops that you have collected to your homeroom teacher.  Mrs. Geneva Moore will be handling our collections this year.

 

Adopt-A-Book

·         Dr. Jeff and Mrs. Siyan Hamsley have adopted a book in honor of George Hamsley in celebration of his birthday on October 20.

 

For a donation you can “adopt” a book for the shelves of the CDS library.  In our library we have a stock of new books, from which you may choose one to adopt, or our librarian will pick one for you.  The book may be in honor or memory of someone.  For a student’s birthday, parents may adopt a book to be presented to the school library at chapel in the student’s name.  Please make arrangements two weeks in advance for a birthday book.  You may “adopt” a hard cover book for $15 or a paperback book for $7.  If you would like to Adopt-A-Book, please click here.
 

Cross Country and Volleyball T-shirts

Cross Country and Volleyball players who have purchased a t-shirt may wear them on Thursday for their upcoming Championship Meet and end of season Tournament.  This is not an out-of-uniform day.  T-shirts must be tucked in and worn with uniform pants and belts.  You may not wear a long sleeve shirt under the t-shirt.  If you would like to purchase a t-shirt, please contact Stacey Fleming at 255-8212 or staceyfleming@centralchurch.com
 

Thunder News …

The 5/6 Grade Volleyball Team won their recent games against Immaculate Conception, St. Ann, and St. Agnes 1.  Come out and cheer them on at their next home tonight at 5:00 p.m.

The 7/8 Grade Volleyball Team won their recent games against St. Francis and Incarnation. 

Volleyball Tournament is next week.

The Cross Country Team had a meet last Thursday.  Congratulations to the 5th/6th grade boys for placing 1st place with a team score of 39 points.  Michael Swift (5:56) finished in 1st place and Benjamin Smith (6:13) finished in 2nd place.  Congratulations to Michael Swift for holding the state record in the one-mile for Middle School Boys Cross Country with a time of 5:56.  Come out and support the CDS team this Thursday after school at Shelby Farms.

Way to go! CDS Thunder!!
 

Learn to Speak Chinese

CDS mom, Siyan Hamsley, is offering a Chinese class designed for children who do not speak Chinese. Your children are at the best age when they can be bilingual. They can learn to speak a foreign language without an American accent!  Classes will be taught at her home in Collierville.  Class is open to all ages, limited to six students, and will meet on Mondays from 4:00-5:30 p.m.  The first class will start on October 19, the first Monday after the fall break. For more information, please call Mrs. Hamsley at 901.412.0966 or email her at elvisham2@yahoo.com
 

PE Endurance Run

October 19-23* all CDS students will be participating in an Endurance Run assessment in PE as part of the Presidential Physical Fitness Program.  Students must wear tennis shoes and shorts to PE. 

The schedule is as follows:

  • Monday, October 19 – 3A - 9:30, ½ mile; 3B - 10:00, ½ mile; 2B - 10:30, ½ mile; and 2A - 11:15, ½ mile.
  • Tuesday, October 20 – KA - 10:45, ¼ mile; KB - 11:15, ¼ mile; 1A - 9:30, ¼ mile; 1B - 10:15, ¼ mile; 6 Girls - 2:30, 1 mile; and 7 Boys - 1:25, 1 mile.
  • Wednesday, October 21 – 5A - 8:45, 1 mile; 5B - 9:45, 1 mile; 4A - 10:30, 1 mile; 4B - 11:15, 1 mile; 6 Boys - 12:30, 1 mile; and 7 Girls - 1:25, 1 mile.
  • *The 8th grade boys will complete their Endurance Run tomorrow at 2:20 and the 8th grade girls will run Thursday, October 8 at 2:20.   

IMPORTANT PE NOTE:

For the children’s safety, students must wear ATHLETIC shoes to PE.  Wallabees, Vans, Mary Janes, Saddle Oxfords, etc. are not acceptable PE shoes.  If you have any questions, please check with their teacher or email Mrs. Forbus at denaforbus@centralchurch.com
 

NO CASH, Please…

When paying for lunches, fundraisers, or registering for an activity or event please send your payment in the form of a check or money order or payment may be made on-line with a credit card or debit card.  In the past, we have had situations where parents sent cash to the school office via their child and the child misplaced the money.  Checks, money orders and credit/debit cards are traceable and a much safer way to make the transaction.   
 

A Rock ‘n’ Roll Weekend

Meet Me at the River, the annual fifth and sixth grade retreat led by the Children’s Ministries of Central Church, will take place on October 23 – 25. It costs $35 per person. The group will be staying in cabins at Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park near Millington. The retreat will focus on Jesus being our solid rock, our rock of refuge, and our rock of salvation. The deadline for sign-ups is October 21. Registration is available online (click here) or pick-up a brochure at school.  If your 5th/6th grader is planning to attend, sign up quickly!
 

Attend KidzCentral TOMORROW night and receive an Out-of-Uniform pass!

At KidzCentral, the entire family participates in a fast, zany, kid-focused, parent-centered, virtue driven worship service with cool music, funny characters, and lots of action. The virtue this month is INDIVIDUALITY – Discovering who you are meant to be so you can make a difference.  KidzCentral is Wednesday, October 7, from 5:50-6:50 p.m. in the Worship Center.  Come at 5:50 and learn dance moves, meet characters, and there will be KidzCentral Giveaways.*  KidzCentral is free and everyone is invited, so bring your whole family and invite another family to join you.  Stay after for Shockwave, LiveWire, or Jr. High.  *Everyone who arrives before 6:00 p.m. is eligible to win these great door prizes:  KidzCentral music, KidzCentral t-shirt, and two families will win a gift certificate to Tom’s Pumpkin Patch.

Spend quality time with your family and take home

something you’ll talk about for weeks to come.
 

Central Church’s Wednesday Night at Central Church

  • Shockwave is the epicenter of fun for Kindergarten – 4th grade, rumbling in room 252.
  • Live Wire is the reactor of energy with electrifying excitement for 5th and 6th graders, sparking up in room 112. 
  • For the younger ones, under Kindergarten, Wiggles and Giggles is available. All of these classes incorporate Bible learning with energetic and kid-friendly activities.   
  • They meet in the Children’s Building from 6:30 – 8:30.
  • Jr. High (7th and 8th grade) “Extreme Caution” meets in Room 1250 (Worship Center side) from 7:00-8:30 p.m.  A fun upbeat atmosphere with teaching time geared toward topical subjects that are relevant to teenagers.

“Trust in the LORD forever, for the LORD, the LORD, is the Rock eternal.” 

 Isaiah 26:4
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