Eagle Update - April 2023

Madison Christian School April 2023 Newsletter

To prepare our hearts for Easter, the entire MCS campus is participating in Tenebrae, one of the oldest Christian traditions for commemorating the crucifixion of Christ.

Typically, the Tenebrae (Service of Shadows) was one extended worship service, but we are spreading out the scripture reading and extinguishing of candles over 6 days leading up to our all-school Easter Chapel. As another light is extinguished each day, we ponder the depth of Christ's suffering and death.

• Day 1 - The Shadow of Betrayal (Mark 14:12-13, 16-24)
• Day 2 - The Shadow of the Agony of the Spirit & Arrest (Luke 22:39-48, 54)
• Day 3 - The Shadow of Denial (Luke 22:54-62)
• Day 4 - The Shadow of Accusation (Mark 15:1-15)
• Day 5 - The Shadow of Mockery (Matthew 27:27-31)
• Day 6 - The Shadow of Crucifixion (Luke 23:32-43)
• Day 7 - The Shadow of Burial (Matthew 27: 57-60)

Primary and Elementary News

Preschool Donuts with Dear Ones: Each preschooler invited a few close people in their lives to enjoy donut treats, play some donut games, and do some great crafts. The students were also able to sing some of their special songs and read "If You Give a Dog a Donut."

2nd Grade Egyptian Day: 2nd grade studies Ancient Egyptian History as part of Old Testament History, and was able to have a guest speaker who is from Egypt. Students also enjoyed making a pyramid craft, King Tut mask, and writing their name in hieroglyphics. 

MCYAL: Many of our primary and elementary students are participating in our spring MCYAL sports of Track and Field and Pickleball. The students are learning foundational skills in these sports as well as sportsmanship and teamwork. Way to go Eagles!

Middle School News

Pi Day: On March 14 (3/14), the MS celebrated Pi Day with pie! Students enjoyed eating a variety of pies at lunch and discussing the concept of pi in their math classes.

MS Chapel: Mike Seckman spoke about unity as believers. To demonstrate unity, groups of students worked together to move in unison on planks.

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!

High School News

Madison Madness: 12th grade Student Leadership organized Madison Madness, an intramural volleyball tournament meant to imitate college basketball's March Madness. Volleyball teams played against each other during lunch periods throughout the week. From those results, teams were placed in a final playoff bracket where the winning teams compete for the championship at a Friday afternoon pep rally.

Meet Me in St. Louis Musical: Congratulations to MCS's 5th-12th grade thespians for their fantastic performance in this year's musical. It was a true expression of beauty, so we'd like to thank those who helped make this possible. A big "thank you" to Mrs. Coyan and Mr. Walker for their leadership and dedication!

HS Scheduling 2023-2024: 8th-11th grade parents/students who have re-enrolled, you should have received information via email on how to complete Course Requests for the 2023-2024 school year. Please visit the "Course Requests" page in FACTS to complete all your course requests before you leave for Easter Break. The deadline for your course submissions is Thursday, April 6.

HS Exams: HS students will take their final exams on a special schedule on Monday, May 22 - Wednesday, May 24.

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.

Guidance Office

End of Course Testing: April 17-24th is the spring End of Course Testing window for all students enrolled in HS courses requiring an end-of-course test. This includes 8th-graders enrolled in Algebra I. Students in Grades 3-7 will also participate in required state tests appropriate for their grade level. Specific information will be sent closer to the testing week. Visit education.ohio.gov/parents for sample tests and questions.

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 with be sent in mid-April to assist students with planning for exam days.

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 Visits: Seniors have up to 5 excused absences for in-person college visits. This number also includes needed travel days. Juniors may have 2 days for excused college visits. Please bring a business card from the college to the HS office upon return as a visit verification.

Service Hours: Senior service hours are due April 1. Hours for 9th-11th grade are due May 11. Yearly service hour requirements are Grades 7-9: 10 hours, Grade 10: 20 hours, Grade 11: 30 hours, and Grade 12: 40 hours. Hours should be logged using documentation sheets located in the hallway across from the HS office. It is encouraged your child turns in service logs to their Bible teacher at the end of each 9-week grading period. This enables their progress toward the yearly requirement to be viewed on each report card throughout the year! Please refer to the MCS Parent/Student Handbook for more details.

FAFSA 2023: Application window for the 2023-24 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.