Eagle Update - May 2023
Madison Christian School May 2023 Newsletter
It's hard to believe we are entering the last month of school! We are so thankful for another wonderful year of partnering with you to prepare our students as strong Christian leaders. As you will see in this newsletter, a lot is happening in May as we wrap up the school year.
Fine Arts Nights: Please join us for our Fine Arts Nights featuring our talented students! You are invited to see what our artists created during the school year at the Student Art Show and hear live performances by the choirs and bands.
Uniform Sales: School Closet is offering the above coupon codes for MCS uniform bottoms, including the PE shorts and sweatpants required for 2023-2024. The PE uniform will consist of the black gym shorts or sweatpants with the MCS logo (purchased only through School Closet) with an MCS t-shirt or polo.
As the transition is made to use the new logos, the MCS Spirit Shop has discounted most uniform tops to 50% or more. (Items with the old logo will still be able to be worn as approved school uniform.) T-shirts are also included in the discount which may be worn on Fridays, Spirit Days, or for PE.
Upcoming Events
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Student Life
MS Science Fair
Primary and Elementary News
1st Grade Fairy Tale Day: The 1st grade students have been working hard on learning different fairy tales this year in their reading class. This month, they were able to perform some of these fairy tales for their parents and teachers in our first annual 1st Grade Fairy Tale Day. The students did a great job of making these fairy tales come to life!
5th Grade State House and Kelton House Field Trip: This year in Ohio History, the 5th grade students have been learning about the Underground Railroad and the history of our state of Ohio. The students were able to visit the State House and go on a tour learning more about how our state government works. They also got to visit the Kelton House where they learned about what life was like in the underground railroad.
MCS Speech Meet: This year, we hosted our own MCS Speech Meet for Grades 1-5. Students worked hard to memorize a passage in the category of Bible Memorization, Folktale/Fairy Tale, Poetry, or Patriotic Oration. After memorizing the passages, the students had an in-class speech meet. The top students from the class moved on to the MCS Speech Meet. Students then received an award for the rating of: Honorable Mention, Good, Excellent, or Superior. Great job Eagles!
May 6: PTF Movie Night "Ratatouille" - 6 p.m. (doors open at 5:30 p.m.) in the Elementary Chapel. Free event, concessions will be sold to support our PTF and Teacher Appreciation Week.
May 11: K-4th Fine Arts Night - 7 p.m. in the MCC Worship Center
May 22-24: Field Day - Monday: K-1st / Tuesday: 4th-5th / Wednesday: 2nd-3rd
May 24: Kindergarten Graduation
May 25: 5th Grade Picnic & Clap-Out
Summer Splash Day Camps: Are you looking for something educational and fun for your elementary Eagle to do over summer vacation? Send them to MCS for Summer Splash! Learn more.
Middle School News
Science Fair: On March 31, the MS students shared their science fair projects. They have worked so hard on these, and other students, parents, and grandparents were excited to see the results of their hard work!
May 1-4: MS MAP Testing
May 5: Service Morning for 7th & 8th grade
May 16: 5th-8th Fine Arts Night - 7 p.m. in the MCC Worship Center
May 24: 8th Grade High School Visit - Breakfast, high school tour, and meeting
May 25: Last Day - Outdoor games and fun!
High School News
ACSI Music Festival: Congratulations to the HS Band and Choir who received the highest ranking of Superior at the ACSI Music Festival at Cedarville University on April 1!
May 5: HS Day of Service - More information coming soon!
May 6: The Gala - 6 p.m. - Dinner & dancing at The Loft at Pecks Hall followed by an after-event for MCS students in 10th-12th grade.
May 18: HS Fine Arts Night - 7 p.m. in the MCC Worship Center
May 22-24: HS Exams - HS students will take their final exams on a special schedule on Monday, May 22 - Wednesday, May 24. View the schedule.
May 25: Last Day of School / Senior Sendoff / Senior Clap-Out / Graduation Practice will all take place on this day.
May 27: MCS Class of 2023 Commencement Ceremony at 11 a.m.
Athletics
OHSAA Tournaments: The spring season will be wrapping up soon and tournaments will be taking place.
- Softball Sectionals - begin May 6
- Tennis Districts - begin May 8
- Baseball Sectionals - begin May 13
- Track & Field Districts - begin May 15
Please check the athletic calendar for specific days and times once seeding has been completed.
MOCAL Track & Field Invitational (MS & HS): Tuesday, May 9 at 5:30 p.m. at the Worthington Christian School Athletic Complex. This is also Senior Night for the senior Track & Field team members.
2023-2024 Sports Registration: Registration for MCS sports for the 2023-2024 school year will open in May. Details will be emailed to current and new students. Summer practices for some sports may begin mid-May. Please check the athletic calendar for specific dates and times to be added soon.
Guidance Office
National College Decision Day: May 1 is recognized as National Decision Day for colleges and universities across the country. Seniors are encouraged to make their final post-secondary decisions by this date.
AP Exams: FACTS payment information has been sent for all students currently registered in an Advanced Placement (AP) course. AP English Literature and Composition Exam is scheduled for 8 a.m. on Wednesday, May 3. AP Language and Composition Exam is scheduled for 8 a.m. on Tuesday, May 9. A detailed email was sent in late April with exam day details.
Graduation: The Commencement Ceremony for the Class of 2023 will be held in the MCC Worship Center on Saturday, May 27 at 11 a.m. Graduation practice is scheduled for Thursday, May 25 immediately following the traditional Senior Send-Off Chapel and Clap-Out.
College/Career Planning: Students in rising Grades 10-12 should take advantage of the summer months to explore post-secondary education options. College/university/trade school admissions counselors and department chairs are available for in-person and virtual meetings in the summer. Tours may also be arranged. Mrs. Ladd is available to help answer questions about visits, applications, scholarships, and planning. Students and parents are welcome to schedule a meeting.
Service Hour Logs for Grades 7-11 are due May 11 to your Bible teacher. Summer is a great time to get a head start on service hour requirements for the 2022-2023 school year: Grades 7-9 (10 hours); Grade 10 (20 hours); Grade 11 (30 hours); Grade 12 (40 hours). We encourage a heart for service! Hours earned beyond the HS requirements will appear on transcripts.
FAFSA 2023: Application window for the 2023-2024 school year opened on October 1. Visit studentaid.gov to learn more.
ACT/SAT: Students interested in taking these tests should visit ACT.org or SAT.org for test dates, registration, and practice opportunities.
