Tuesday, September 5, 2017

Week of September 5, 2017

ShoppingBoss Fundraiser Starts Today!


HGCS Families! We are so excited to launch our 1st of two school wide fundraisers of the year today! Every student will receive information about the ShoppingBoss fundraiser as well as a letter from our Head of School, Dr. Quesinberry, about why this fundraiser is vitally important for HGCS. If by chance a letter did not make its way to you this afternoon, you can find it HERE . Our goal is for each student to sell at least two ShoppingBoss cards and because we know we have students who go above and beyond, a prize will be awarded to the top individual seller in each school as well as a pizza party for the grade who sells the most. Thank you for supporting HGCS!


 These quick videos will help you learn more about this program and how you can support our school!

North Carolina Baptist Disaster Relief 

First response teams have begun aiding those affected by Hurricane Harvey. With tens of thousands of Texans displaced from their homes, many physical needs must be met. This is a great opportunity for Hickory Grove to provide necessary items for the people of Texas.

Items can be dropped off at ALL our campuses during normal business hours, on Wednesday evenings, and on Sundays during service times. Please place items in the bins labeled "Hurricane Harvey Donations".

Needed Items:
Soap
Lotion
Shampoo
Deodorant
Washcloths
Combs/Brushes
Facial Tissue
Shaving Cream
Razors
Toothpaste
Toothbrushes
Feminine Hygiene Products
First Aid Kits (Under $10)
Diapers and Formula

You can give financially by clicking HERE or by texting SENDRELIEF to 41444. All donations go directly to Southern Baptist Disaster Relief efforts.

Coming Events:

·         Sept 14           Elementary Chapel 8:00am
·         Sept 18           Parent Night
·        Sept 19-20      Fall Pictures – Elementary School
·         Sept 21           2nd Grade to Lazy 5 Ranch
·         Sept 22           TWD/Adventure Day (students registered for Afterschool)




Student Absences
If you student is absent for any reason, please email the teacher and the Elementary Office, NancyMcDowell@HGChristian.org.  Remember to follow the CDC Guidelines when you student is not feeling well.  Students should be free of the following for 24 hours before returning to school: fever of 100 degrees or more, vomiting or diarrhea.  For attendance records to be accurate, please email the Elementary Office each day your student is not in class.

Elementary Chapel
Join us on Thursday, September 14, for the first Chapel of the school year.  Elementary Chapel begins at 8am in the Worship Center.  Parents, grandparents, are invited to attend.  Go directly to the Worship Center, no need to check in at LobbyGuard.

Parent Night
The first Parent night of the 2017-2018 school year is schedule for Monday, September 18 at 6pm.  Elementary parents have an opportunity to participate in two Breakouts that evening: Merit & Demerit Program Overview - Mr. Larry Stinson, Principal or Readers and Writers Workshop by Mrs. Kimberly Williams.  We look forward to seeing you there.

Fall Pictures
Elementary students will have Fall pictures taken on September 19 & 20.  Additional information will follow with specific dates per class.

Moved? New phone number? New email address? Email any changes to nancymcdowell@hgchristian.org.  It’s important your information is current for your student.

Lost and Found:
Missing a lunchbox, Bible, sweater, jacket or book?  The lost and found is located at the Welcome Desk in the Education Center Lobby.  Please check for items promptly.  Unclaimed items will be donated to the less fortunate.


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Monday, August 28, 2017

Week of August 28, 2017


Shopping Boss
shopping boss.pngHGCS hosts two major fundraisers each year to support our growth in the areas of academics (technology), fine arts and athletics from TK all the way to 12th grade. We are excited to introduce a new opportunity this fall called ShoppingBoss!
What is ShoppingBoss and how does it work? ShoppingBoss is a members-only shopping program/app that works with national retailers and restaurants. You shop like you always have at participating merchants, and when it’s time to pay, instead of giving your credit card to the cashier (or food server), you use your smartphone to buy the merchant’s digital gift card through Shopping Boss. It’s delivered to you instantly, and you use that for the purchase, getting up to 9% cash back.
For a $20 donation, you will receive an average of 6% cash back at over 250 of the biggest National Brands. All the money you make is yours to keep just for supporting HGCS! Half of each ShoppingBoss sold goes right back to HGCS to support academics, fine arts and athletics. Our goal for this fundraiser is 100% participation from every student TK - 12th grade, with each student selling at least 2 ShoppingBoss codes.
Be on the lookout next week for the official launch of the ShoppingBoss program but for now, watch this quick video to learn more about this program and how you can support our school!

http://shoppingboss.wixsite.com/hglions





 Coming Events

·         Sept 1             Varsity Football, Home Game – Super Hero Theme Night
                              Deadline to order HGCS Spirit Wear Online
·         Sept 4             Labor Day - NO School/NO Adventure Day
·         Sept 14           Elementary Chapel 8:00am
·         Sept 18           Parent Night 6PM  Welcome Center
·         Sept 19-20      Fall Pictures – Elementary School





New Lunch Time
Elementary lunch schedules changed on August 22, to 10:30 – 11:05am.  There are a few other schedule changes necessary to make the change possible.  These include adjusting morning recess time to TK and K5, along with Specials time for K5 and 1st Grade.  Thank you for your continued prayers and support as we strive for excellence in all areas at HGCS. 

Elementary Chapel
Join us on Thursday, September 14, for the first Chapel of the school year.  Elementary Chapel begins at 8am in the Worship Center.  Parents, grandparents, are invited to attend.  Go directly to the Worship Center, no need to check in at LobbyGuard.

Parent Night
The first Parent night of the 2017-2018 school year is schedule for Monday, September 18 at 6pm.  Elementary parents have an opportunity to participate in two Breakouts that evening: Merit & Demerit Program Overview -  Mr. Larry Stinson, Principal or Readers and Writers Workshop by Mrs. Kimberly Williams.  We look forward to seeing you there.

Fall Pictures
Elementary students will have Fall pictures taken on September 19 & 20.  Additional information will follow with specific dates per class.

Moved? New phone number? New email address? Email any changes to nancymcdowell@hgchristian.org.  It’s important your information is current for your student.

Lost and Found:
Missing a lunchbox, Bible, sweater, jacket or book?  The lost and found is located at the Welcome Desk in the Education Center Lobby.  Please check for items promptly.  Unclaimed items will be donated to the less fortunate.




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Monday, August 14, 2017

Week of August 14, 2017

Coming Events:
  • Aug 24            1st - 5th Curriculum Night 5:30pm (Teacher Classrooms)
  • Sept 1             Last day to order HGCS apparel from the Spirit Store 
  • Sept 4             Labor Day - NO School/NO Adventure Day
  • Sept 14           Elementary Chapel 8:00am


Curriculum Night
1st - 5th Grade Parents, August 24 at 5:30pm. Elementary teachers, welcome you to homeroom classes to learn how to help your student have a successful school year. This evening is designed for parents and alternate care is not available for students.  Should students accompany you, they should remain under your supervision while on campus. 

Elementary Chapel
Join us on Thursday, September 14, for the first Chapel of the school year.  Elementary Chapel begins at 8am in the Worship Center.  Parents, grandparents and guests are invited to attend.  Please enter through main school entrance.

Moved? New phone number? New email address? Email any changes to nancymcdowell@hgchristian.org.  It’s important your information is current for your student.

Lost and Found:
Missing a lunchbox, Bible, sweater, jacket or book?  The lost and found is located at the Welcome Desk in the Education Center Lobby.  Please check for items promptly.  Unclaimed items will be donated to the less fortunate.



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Tuesday, May 23, 2017

Week of May 22, 2017

2017 Summer Camp Highlight

2016-2017 Box Top Winners

Thank you to all the students that brought in Box Tops for our school.  We had
over 5000 total Box Tops submitted!  The school uses the money for the Fine Arts program.
We would like to congratulate those students with the most Box Tops submitted for the school year:


Elementary
1st Place:  Jackson Kelly  1st Grade  Mrs. Brynildsen’s class
2nd Place:  Gavin Kiser  3rd Grade  Mrs. Gioeli’s Class

Middle School
Nick Rowe  8th Grade Mrs. Staples class

Thank you and please keep clipping those Box Tops

Box Tops Coordinator




Coming Events
May 23                 K5 Celebration (K5 last day of school)
May 23                 2nd Grade field trip location change to FLC
May 23                 5th Grade field trip location change to Gym C
May 24                 TK, 1st – 5th last day of school (11:30 dismissal)

Due to predicted inclement weather, 2nd Grade students will enjoy time in the FLC at HGBC, including a picnic at lunch. 

Due to predicted inclement weather, 5th Grade students will enjoy time in Gym C at HGBC.  The food truck will be at the school for lunch, followed by more fun activities.

Wednesday, May 24
All students will be dismissed at 11:30 and should be picked up in carline.  There will be one bus at 11:30 to North Campus.  Afterschool and/or Adventure Day is not available.

Lost and Found Missing a coat, sweater, lunchbox, Bible, etc?  Check the lost and found closet at the Guest Services and the FLC.  Items not claimed, will be donated to the less fortunate.

Moved? New phone number? New email address? Email any changes to nancymcdowell@hgchristian.org.  It’s important your information is current for your student.


·                     HGCS Announcements
·                     Elementary School Announcements
·                     Middle School Announcements
·                     High School Announcements
·                     Athletics

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Monday, May 15, 2017

Week of May 15, 2017


Coming Events
May 15-19           Terra-Nova Testing (See details below)
May 18                 Reading Buddies 4th & 5th Grades
May 22                 Elementary Field Day – Volunteers Needed (See Below)
May 23                 K5 Celebration (K5 last day of school)
May 23                 2nd Grade to Martha Rivers Park
May 23                 5th Grade to Mint Hill Recreation Complex
May 24                 TK, 1st – 5th last day of school (11:30 dismissal)


It's been said that April showers bring May flowers. Well at HGCS, April readers bring May achievers! Elementary families, we want to see pictures of your children reading, whether it's at home, in the car, in a restaurant, at the ball field, etc. We know our students can read in some of the most creative ways and places! Post them on our facebook page, tag us on instagram or tweet us at HGCSchool! Thank you to Mrs. Moldenhauer for this picture of your kindergarten students! #HGCSreaders

Daddy/Daughter Dance Photos - The last day to purchase photos from the Daddy/Daughter Dance is May 19th. You may view and purchase photos at https://thecharlottefocus.smugmug.com/Events/HGCS-DaddyDaughter-Dance/

Field Day Volunteers Needed
Elementary Field Day is on Monday, May 22nd. TK-2nd grade Field Day will be from 8:00-10:00am, and 3rd-5th grade Field Day will be will be from 12:00-2:00pm. All events will be held on the football field and practice field. In case of inclement weather, Field Day will be moved inside to the gymnasiums.  To make Field Day run smoothly, we need several volunteers! If you are interested in helping with Field Day, please contact Miss Wisehart, Elementary PE Teacher: meganwisehart@hgchristian.org

Terra Nova Testing
Monday, May 15th through Friday, May 19th, students in grades K5-5, will be participating in the TerraNova 3 Achievement Test.  Students will test in the morning and have abbreviated classes after lunch.  It is critical that students arrive to school on time. Students arriving after the testing has started will not be able to enter the classroom until either a break is given or testing is over for the day.
The purpose of this assessment is to determine your student's level of achievement in areas such as reading, language, vocabulary, mathematics, science, social studies, and Bible.  Since achievement testing is a critical component of our school's instructional program, TerraNova 3 and the complete assessment program will provide valuable information to you and to your student's teacher about his/her academic progress.  It also becomes a teaching resource for our faculty, allowing us to collect student data that, in turn, helps us make wise decisions in meeting the learning needs of your student.
You can assist your student by encouraging adequate sleep the night before and a good breakfast prior to school.  Please remind your student to give the test their best effort.
Information will be mailed to you this summer explaining how to access your student’s scores as they become available.
Thank you for your assistance in making this a positive experience for your student.  If you have any questions, please contact the elementary school office at 704-531-4195.

Mom’s in Prayer (Last week)
Join us for Moms in Prayer
Meet weekly, every Wednesday, 7:50-8:50AM
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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.

Lunch Menu



Lost and Found Missing a coat, sweater, lunchbox, Bible, etc?  Check the lost and found closet at the Guest Services and the FLC.  Items not claimed, will be donated to the less fortunate.

Moved? New phone number? New email address? Email any changes to nancymcdowell@hgchristian.org.  It’s important your information is current for your student.

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·                     Middle School Announcements
·                     High School Announcements
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Monday, May 8, 2017

Week of May 8, 2017

Coming Events

May 9                   Teacher Appreciation Breakfast (sponsored by TK & K5)
May 11                 ES Chapel 8am (Date change)
May 12                 K5 to Frank Liske Park
May 15-19           Terra-Nova Testing (See details below)
May 18                 Reading Buddies 4th & 5th Grades
May 22                 Elementary Field Day – Volunteers Needed (See Below)
May 23                 K5 Celebration (K5 last day of school)
May 23                 2nd Grade to Martha Rivers Park
May 23                 5th Grade to Mint Hill Recreation Complex
May 24                 TK, 1st – 5th last day of school (11:30 dismissal)


It's been said that April showers bring May flowers. Well at HGCS, April readers bring May achievers! Elementary families, we want to see pictures of your children reading, whether it's at home, in the car, in a restaurant, at the ball field, etc. We know our students can read in some of the most creative ways and places! Post them on our facebook page, tag us on instagram or tweet us at HGCSchool! Thank you to Mrs. Moldenhauer for this picture of your kindergarten students! #HGCSreaders



Daddy/Daughter Dance Photos - The last day to purchase photos from the Daddy/Daughter Dance is May 19th. You may view and purchase photos at www.thecharlottefocus.smugmug.com/Events/HGCS-DaddyDaughter-Dance 

Field Day Volunteers Needed
Elementary Field Day is on Monday, May 22nd. TK-2nd grade Field Day will be from 8:00-10:00am, and 3rd-5th grade Field Day will be will be from 12:00-2:00pm. All events will be held on the football field and practice field. In case of inclement weather, Field Day will be moved inside to the gymnasiums.  To make Field Day run smoothly, we need several volunteers! If you are interested in helping with Field Day, please contact Miss Wisehart, Elementary PE Teacher: meganwisehart@hgchristian.org

Terra Nova Testing
Monday, May 15th through Friday, May 19th, students in grades K5-5, will be participating in the TerraNova 3 Achievement Test.  Students will test in the morning and have abbreviated classes after lunch.  It is critical that students arrive to school on time. Students arriving after the testing has started will not be able to enter the classroom until either a break is given or testing is over for the day.
The purpose of this assessment is to determine your student's level of achievement in areas such as reading, language, vocabulary, mathematics, science, social studies, and Bible.  Since achievement testing is a critical component of our school's instructional program, TerraNova 3 and the complete assessment program will provide valuable information to you and to your student's teacher about his/her academic progress.  It also becomes a teaching resource for our faculty, allowing us to collect student data that, in turn, helps us make wise decisions in meeting the learning needs of your student.
You can assist your student by encouraging adequate sleep the night before and a good breakfast prior to school.  Please remind your student to give the test their best effort.
Information will be mailed to you this summer explaining how to access your student’s scores as they become available.
Thank you for your assistance in making this a positive experience for your student.  If you have any questions, please contact the elementary school office at 704-531-4195.

Mom’s in Prayer
Join us for Moms in Prayer
Meet weekly, every Wednesday, 7:50-8:50AM
RM 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.

Lunch Menu


Lost and Found Missing a coat, sweater, lunchbox, Bible, etc?  Check the lost and found closet at the Guest Services and the FLC.  Items not claimed, will be donated to the less fortunate.

Moved? New phone number? New email address? Email any changes to nancymcdowell@hgchristian.org.  It’s important your information is current for your student.


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Tuesday, May 2, 2017

Week of May 1, 2017

Coming Events

May 2-5                Teacher Appreciation Week (see details below)
May 3                    1st Grade to Discovery Place Kids (Huntersville)
May 9                    Teacher Appreciation Breakfast (sponsored by TK & K5)
May 11                  ES Chapel 8am (Date change)
May 15-19           Terra-Nova Testing
May 18                  Reading Buddies 4th & 5th Grades
May 22                 Elementary – Field Day
May 23                 K5 Celebration (K5 last day of school)
May 24                 TK, 1st – 5th last day of school (11:30 dismissal)


HGCS Elementary Celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week May 2-5

We are thankful for all our teachers and assistants invest in our children.  Plan now to recognize your teacher and assistant during Teacher Appreciation Week, May 2-5.

Here are the daily themes:
Tuesday – Notes of Encouragement
Wednesday – Flower/Candy
Thursday – Gum/Mints
Friday – Drink


Field Day Volunteers Needed

Elementary Field Day is on Monday, May 22nd. TK-2nd grade Field Day will be from 8:00-10:00am, and 3rd-5th grade Field Day will be will be from 12:00-2:00pm. All events will be held on the football field and practice field. In case of inclement weather, Field Day will be moved inside to the gymnasiums.  To make Field Day run smoothly, we need several volunteers! If you are interested in helping with Field Day, please contact Miss Wisehart, Elementary PE Teacher: meganwisehart@hgchristian.org


Mom’s in Prayer

Join us for Moms in Prayer
Meet weekly, every Wednesday, 7:50-8:50AM
RM 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.


Lunch Menu




Lost and Found Missing a coat, sweater, lunchbox, Bible, etc?  Check the lost and found closet at the Guest Services and the FLC.  Items not claimed, will be donated to the less fortunate.

Moved? New phone number? New email address? Email any changes to nancymcdowell@hgchristian.org.  It’s important your information is current for your student.




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