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8th Grade Promotion Ceremony

As we enter the final weeks of this school year following spring break, our eigth grade students are reaching yet another milestone in their educational journeys.  Soon the year will have come to a close in just the same way that the student’s experience in “middle school” will have concluded.  Certainly there have been challenging days for parent and student during this journey.  For that reason, Greenbrier will be both acknowledging and celebrating the completion of this portion of our students' journey with a special ceremony at the beginning of June.

On Friday, June 1^st, we will be holding the 8^th grade promotion ceremony during our chapel service starting at 11:00 AM.  This ceremony is intended to acknowledge the conclusion of work done over the past few years while encouraging eigth grade students for the academic work ahead.  The ceremony will take place in the school’s gymnasium and is open to immediate family, grandparents, and other family members who are an important part of those students' lives. 

We are excited about this ceremony and the significance of this event in the life of each student.  Parents of eigth grade students are asked to complete the attached form and return to the student’s 1^st bell teacher by May 18^th.

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Teachers of Distinction

Many times when educators think of the rewards of teaching, we can’t help but allow our minds to drift to scenes of students standing on desks proclaiming “Oh Captain, my Captain” (ala Dead Poet’s Society) or sweeping orchestral music as played by a collection of current and former students (ala Mr. Holland’s Opus).  Alas such moments do not come on a frequent basis for the typical educator.  One certainly receives small pockets of such recognition over the course of a year during traditionally set dates for acknowledging the efforts made to inspire students to achieve their best; however such recognitions can easily fade into the background of one’s daily routine.  Significance of recognition is always bolstered by confirmation of multiple sources and sources outside the realm of one’s immediate contact.  On April 17 such an honor was conveyed to a few of GCA’s teaching staff at the local Barnes & Noble bookstore in the Greenbrier area.

As a result of a student essay contest titled “My Favorite Teacher”, the following teachers were recognized both by their students and by a panel of professionals established by Barnes & Noble:  Mrs. Penny Clark, Mrs. Elizabeth Coulter, and Mrs. Lynda Rushing.  Essays written by Miss Rachel Olsen and Miss Sarah Supan helped Mrs. Coulter and Mrs. Rushing to be recognized as honorable mentions in the contest; an essay submitted by Miss McKenzie Lewis resulted in Mrs. Clark being honored as the winner of Barnes & Noble’s local favorite teacher.  Congratulations to each of those teachers and to the students who crafted and submitted their essays for the contest.  GCA is privileged to have so many teachers who invest their hearts and minds into the lives of students each and every day.  While the recognition and encouragement of man is certainly wonderful to hear, I am sure that each of us hopes to hear the ultimate recognition coming from our Heavenly Father when he confirms upon us “well done.”

Again congratulations to those who were recognized on Tuesday evening for their work and efforts.  We are so proud of you all!

Mexican Fiesta

	¡Olé!  The Mexican Fiesta was a fantastic evening for the middle school students as they enjoyed traditional Mexican food, Mexican inspired games, and for the lucky among them … prizes.  Prizes were given out for the best dressed students – my sombrero goes off to the girls who dressed like burritos – the table who knew our teachers the best, the student who consumed the most jalapeno peppers in the least amount of time, as well as many other small prizes along the way.
Thank you to all of the volunteer parents who made this a wonderful evening for the students!  My sincerest praise and appreciation goes out to the three ladies who helped organize the entire evening:  Mrs. Hackworth, Mrs. Lee, and Mrs. Buchanan.

Yearbook Staff Wants Your Spring Sports Pictures!

Our final deadline is looming, and the 2012 Parchments Yearbook staff is trying to cover spring sports the very best they can with a late March deadline.  We would love to have your spring sports submissions by March 25th.  Follow the link below for submissions:

Upper School (Sixth Grade -- Seniors): CLICK HERE!

Tailgate Party!

Thursday afternoon looked to be a stormy one as clouds, rain, and lightening rolled through the area.  Personally I began to wonder if food for 150 would go to waste as we prepared to serve food for the tailgate party in the athletic building.  Yet God provided a break in the weather as the game was to start allowing our boys to get in at least a half of the game’s playing time and allowing us to enjoy fellowship together at the party.  Sadly the weather did not hold off long enough to provide the team with a recorded victory against Norfolk Christian.

Thank you to all of the moms and dads that helps put together this year’s tailgate party.  The event, though forced indoors, remained a successful event and provided excellent opportunities for students, parents, and teachers to connect with one another.

Spiritual Emphasis Week

September 21-23 is Spiritual Emphasis Week at Greenbrier Christian Academy. God has provided two speakers for the week: Bob Willetts (a local pastor) and Joy Fagan (staff member at Cedarville University) will be speaking to our high school and middle school students. The high school will also be having a special day on Friday that will include sessions with our speakers as well as games and other activities.

Please join us in praying for this special time at GCA.