Tuesday, August 30, 2016

Week of August 29, 2016

In an effort to keep our communication with you quick, easy and mobile friendly, starting September 1st, announcements will only be posted at the following blog links. Please click each link in blue to access the blogs.
Please be sure to sign up to receive emails by entering your email address in the “follow by email” field at the top right corner of each blog. You will need to fill out the “follow by email” field on each of the blogs you wish to receive announcements from.

 For questions, please contact:
Jeanette Riesenberg
Marketing & Communications Director
jeanetteriesenberg@hgchristian.org
704-531-4058
Coming Events
·         Sept 5                               Labor Day (No School)
·         Sept 9                               Elementary Grandparents Chapel 1:00 PM
·         Sept 13                            Parent Night (Date Change)
·         Sept 15                            Elementary Chapel – 8am start time
·         Sept 20 & 21                   Fall Pictures – Elementary

2016 Varsity Football
Home Game Theme Nights
Students who attend the game dressed for the appropriate theme night will receive $1 admission to the game.

September 2               Neon Night
September 9               Jersey Night
September 30             Blue & Gold Night (Homecoming)
October 14                  Pink Night (Senior Night)

The Academy of Music and Art

Did you know that The Academy of Music & Arts currently offers affordable, private lessons in PIANO & VOICE?  This fall, we also have the potential for violin lessons. (We just need to know if there’s an interest!)
Register now for the fall semester!  Follow the link to learn more or contact the Worship Office at 704-531-4013.   http://www.myhickorygrove.org/academy/


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 Mom, will you pray for me?
“Pour out your heart like water before the face of the Lord, lift up your hands toward Him for the lives of your children.”  Lamentations 2:19
Come learn about Moms In Prayer 
Kick off meeting - Wednesday, August 31
7:50 am - 8:50 am
Room 3318

Learn to experience the joy of replacing anxiety with peace and hope when you pray scripturally and specifically for your child and our school.  Our purpose is to spend intentional time praying for our students, teachers and staff on a weekly basis.  For more information, https://momsinprayer.org/ or if you have any questions, please contact Ashley Teague - wayneandashley@gmail.com.
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Monday, August 22, 2016

Week of August 22, 2016


Week of August 22, 2016

In an effort to keep our communication with you quick, easy and mobile friendly, starting September 1st, announcements will only be posted at the following blog links. Please click each link in blue to access the blogs.
Please be sure to sign up to receive emails by entering your email address in the “follow by email” field at the top right corner of each blog. You will need to fill out the “follow by email” field on each of the blogs you wish to receive announcements from.

For questions, please contact:
Jeanette Riesenberg
Marketing & Communications Director
jeanetteriesenberg@hgchristian.org
704-531-4058

Coming Events:
August 22                        Curriculum Night 1st - 5th Grade
September 6                    Labor Day – No School
September 15                  Elementary Chapel (8:00 AM start time)

Curriculum Night
Parents of 1st – 5th Grade students join your teachers, in their classroom beginning at 5:30pm tonight.  Teachers will share information that will make this school year successful, including some changes from last year.  We look forward to seeing you tonight as we begin the school year with a R-O-A-R-I-N-G start!

Join the HG Band! (4th & 5th Grade Elective)
The instrumental music program at HGCS develops in students an appreciation and
understanding of music, allowing them to glorify God through their musical instruments.
Director: Mr. Taylor Caton

Step 1: Sign up at hgchristian.org/HGBand

Step 2: Acquire an instrument!
      Instrument Rental Night in the band room Monday, August 22th (5:30 - 8PM). It will take       about 10-15 minutes (the meeting is drop-in). This event will be hosted by Howren Music       (Park Rd. Shopping Center)  You will be asked to make a rental deposit to secure      
      delivery of your child’s instrument.  There are book requirements and accessory 
      options. All rental payments apply to the purchase price. If you cannot attend the rental         meeting and are in need of an instrument please contact taylorcaton@hgchristian.org           for more information.

       Step 3: Practice and attend our concerts!
      We will perform two concerts year. Dates and times are coming soon! 

Lunch

You may create a lunch account for your student by logging into Myschool bucks.com if you have any questions, you may contact Mrs. Joan Helms: 704-531-4055 or JoanHelms@hgbc.org

If you send in money with your student to purchase a lunch, only cash is accepted.  Change will not be given.  Any extra money will be added to your child's lunch account.  Checks are not accepted.

HGCS Spirit Store Online (available on the school app too!)

The AAA Booster Club is proud to present the Hickory Grove Christian Spirit Store!

For your convenience and ease of ordering, HGCS apparel has moved all spirit wear sales online! Apparel will no longer be sold in person at the school so be sure to order all of your spirit wear while the online shop is open.

Please ensure you place all orders by Wednesday September 7th at midnight. Orders will be individually packed and delivered to HGCS within 3 weeks of the store closing date.

Order you HGCS apparel online today at http://www.brandrpmteam.com/hickorygrovechristianschool

For questions, please contact:
Eric Little
AAA Booster Club President
ericlittle@carolina.rr.com


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Monday, August 15, 2016

In an effort to keep our communication with you quick, easy and mobile friendly, starting September 1st, announcements will only be posted at the following blog links. Please click each link in blue to access the blogs.
Please be sure to sign up to receive emails by entering your email address in the “follow by email” field at the top right corner of each blog. You will need to fill out the “follow by email” field on each of the blogs you wish to receive announcements from.
For questions, please contact:
Jeanette Riesenberg
Marketing & Communications Director
jeanetteriesenberg@hgchristian.org
704-531-4058
Coming Events:
  • Aug 15 Back to School Bash
  • Aug 17 First Day of School
  • Aug 22 Curriculum Night 1st - 5th Grades in Classroom
Student Authorization Forms
·         All students must have a completed Student Authorization Form to begin school.  Those forms are now due.  Link to form: SAF Form  Complete and return to the Elementary Office by email, nancymcdowell@hgchristian.org or drop off with receptionist.

Back to School Bash
We look forward to seeing everyone today beginning at 4pm.
4:00 - 5:30PM Meet Your Teacher
5:30 - 6:00PM Back to School Assembly with Head of School (Worship Center)
6:00 - 7:00PM Eat & Greet at the Fields
7:00 PM Lions Soccer Game- free admission (concessions available for purchase) Cheeseburgers, hotdogs, fries, nachos, popcorn, funnel cake straws, candy, & drinks

Lunch
·         You may create a lunch account for your student by logging into Myschoolbucks.com if you have any questions, you may contact Mrs. Joan Helms: 704-531-4055 or JoanHelms@hgbc.org

·         If you send in money with your student to purchase a lunch, only cash is accepted.  Change will not be given.  Any extra money will be added to your child's lunch account.  Checks are not accepted.
Bus
  • If your student will be riding the bus from North Campus, complete the Bus Registration Form and sign the Bus Policies and Procedures.  Return both to the School Finance Dept.  Here is a link to both: Bus Registration, Bus Policies
Before/AfterSchool
  • Sign up your student for Before/Afterschool by completing the registration form and return to the School Finance Dept.  Here is a link: Before/Afterschool Registration
Tardy Students
  • Tardy Kindergarten students (only) will be signed in at the Main School Office located on the 1st floor of The Education Center.  All other students will be signed in at the Elementary Office on the 3rd floor of the floor of the Children's Center.
Early Dismissals
  • All students will be signed out of school early, will be signed out from Elementary Office unless contacted by the nurse in the Health Room.



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Wednesday, August 3, 2016

Summer Announcements

In an effort to keep our communication with you quick, easy and mobile friendly, starting September 1st, announcements will only be posted at the following blog links. Please click each link in blue to access the blogs.
Please be sure to sign up to receive emails by entering your email address in the “follow by email” field at the top right corner of each blog. You will need to fill out the “follow by email” field on each of the blogs you wish to receive announcements from.
For questions, please contact:
Jeanette Riesenberg
Marketing & Communications Director
704-531-4058
Coming Events:
  • Now Student Authorization Forms
  • Aug 11 New Student/Parent Orientation Meeting 9AM
  • Aug 15 Back to School Bash
  • Aug 17 First Day of School
  • Aug 22 Curriculum Night 1st - 5th Grade

Student Authorization Forms
·         All students must have a completed Student Authorization Form to begin school.  Those forms are now due.  Link to form: SAF Form  Complete and return to the Elementary Office by email, nancymcdowell@hgchristian.org or drop off with receptionist.

New Student Parent Orientation Meeting
·         If you have a new student, a mandatory new parent meeting will be held on Thursday, August 11, at 9AM.  You will have an opportunity to hear from our Head of School and School Administration.

·         Transitional Kindergarten and Kindergarten parents, this is an adult only meeting for you.  After the 9am meeting, you will meet with your student’s teacher and received valuable information regarding the entire school year.  This will take the place of the Curriculum Night Meeting scheduled on August 22, for elementary parents.  Please bring school supplies with you on 8/11.

·         First – 5th Grade parents, your student should attend with you.  While you are meeting, students will have a time of orientation with their teachers.

Back to School Bash
·         Attend the “Back to School Bash” on Monday, August 15. Visit classrooms, meet your teacher, and bring school supplies.
Back to School Bash Schedule:
4:00 – 5:30pm    Meet the Teacher
5:30 – 6:00pm    All School Assembly in Worship Center
6:15 – 7:00pm    Meet and Greet at Soccer Field (Free Admissions)
7:00        Soccer Game

Lunch
·         You may create a lunch account for your student by logging into Myschoolbucks.com if you have any questions, you may contact Mrs. Joan Helms: 704-531-4055 or JoanHelms@hgbc.org

·         If you send in money with your student to purchase a lunch, only cash is accepted.  Change will not be given.  Any extra money will be added to your child's lunch account.  Checks are not accepted.



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