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FALL 2016

Headmaster’s Pen

Fall 2016

At the beginning of every school year the goals for our Christian school include teaching our students to listen, how to ask good questions, and the process of forming good relationships in their lives. Each of these areas of instruction will impact a child’s ultimate success in school and are an intricate aspect of the educational process. The all-important process of getting to know your child’s teacher or teachers, and forming a godly relationship with them is also paramount to each child’s success here at FCS and is a key ingredient in their overall development as a student.

Educational research consistently confirms that a child’s success in school depends greatly on the cooperation between parents and teachers. As a parent it is very important to envision your relationship with the teacher as a partnership which will benefit the child. Any personal contact that you as a parent can have with a teacher is good for your child. The relationship with your child’s teacher may begin at an open house or at a conference, or maybe even a short conversation in the hallway, on the phone, or in a short text message. If a partnership between you and the teacher is in place, your child will see that those concerned are putting their best interests at heart, and will thrive in that environment. The more that teachers know about their students, the more effective they can be, so parents should let their teacher(s) know information about the child that the teacher can work

with the student on. It is also important for teachers and parents to work together in developing a child’s positive self-image. This can be another vital aspect of school success. When a child witnesses the most important people in his or her life working together to support their efforts, self-esteem is heightened. When you communicate with your child and with the teacher, you are sending a significant message. You are saying that they are deserving of your attention; you are demonstrating that you value their education. It is also very important for parents and teachers to emphasize for a child to do their best, not be the best. This is a healthy message to convey to a child in order to help create a positive self-image.

School is a place to learn and grow, but it is also a place be able to make mistakes. It should not be a frightening environment where a child is judged by their grades alone. Rather than compare our children to others, who may be doing “better,” parents and teachers should support his or her individual progress. So again communication is vital and if your child is having difficulty, begin by speaking with the teacher about ways you can motivate your child to get their work accomplished. Both parents and teachers are responsible to help the child build confidence in his or her own abilities.

Bob Stouffer authored an article for CSE magazine regarding the theme of developing godly relationships titled, “Six Keys to Godly Relationships.” Each key is accompanied by a verse of scripture, and when each person

who influences a child’s life is in tune with these keys, the child’s probability for success in school is greatly enhanced.

Keys to godly relationships:(1) Forgiveness “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with

everyone.” Romans 12:18. (2) Boundaries “Above all else, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life.” Proverbs 4:23. (3) Commitment “I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.” Philippians 4:13. (4) Service “Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honor one another above yourselves.” Romans 12:10.(5) Perseverance “…we also rejoice in our sufferigs, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character, and character, hope. And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out his love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit…” Romans 5:3-5. (6) Joy “…may the God of hope fill you with joy and peace as you trust him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit...” Romans 15:13.

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All of these ideas will help us establish a cooperative effort with the teacher(s) which will result in a successful year for your child. In much the same way the ability to have a successful relationship with God is dependent on how well you know the Master teacher, Jesus Christ. A relationship with Jesus Christ begins by trusting

Jesus as your only hope for forgiveness of your sin and a home in heaven. While the teacher-parent relationship is vital to the success of your child in school, a relationship with Jesus Christ is the most important relationship you will can have in your entire life. Your relationship to Christ is also important in guiding your child to his or her successful relationship with God in their own life. At the

beginning of this school year I urge you to make sure that you know your teachers in order to ensure the success of your children in school this year. But I would submit to you that knowing Jesus is the greatest thing you can do for yourself and your children.

Dr. Andrews

2016 SUMMER IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS

At FCS, every family contributes to the on-going improvements that are made each year on our campus during the summer. These improvements range from the interior of classrooms, offices, and common facilities to the exterior development and landscaping of our common areas on the campus. This past summer our staff was very busy and we were able to complete many projects throughout the short summer weeks. Many of the things that were accomplished can only be done in the summer when the buildings are not occupied and the number of people on campus is low. Once again this past summer each classroom was painted, carpets were deep cleaned, and minor repairs were made on all those things that needed attention. In addition, the following projects were accomplished:

• On the West Campus, the main hallway was completely enclosed and the sidewalk was refurbished. The floors in the modular classrooms were completely replaced and re-carpeted, and walls repaired and painted.

• In the Media Center a media production studio was installed for our new media classes and for our enhanced media capabilities. The media center main room received new carpet and an additional classroom was added.

• The restrooms in the Martin building were completely renovated. • The beautification project of our campus also continued during the summer months with additional landscaping throughout the campus. Also during the summer months the athletic fields are refurbished getting ready for the non-stop use during the school year.

This summer two of our classrooms were designated as the prototype for all of our future classrooms. These new classrooms feature new flooring, individual chairs and desks designed to enhance collaborative learning options, new color and accents, and LED lighting. This is a work in progress.

We thank our families for their commitment to FCS and all of those on our maintenance staff who worked hard all summer to make this a summer of significant improvements.

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GIFTS TO FCS

FCS gratefully acknowledges those who have financially contributed this school year through the month of Octo-ber to the ongoing work at Florida Christian.

Sharing In Excellence Fund:These funds are designed to promote continued school excellence. By giving to the Sharing In Excellence Fund you are promoting ex-cellence in curriculum, classroom resources and technology, faculty enrichment and continuing education for staff, as well as opportuni-ties for tuition assistance for qualifying families. The following contributed to the Sharing in Excellence Fund:

Robert & Katie AndrewsJim & Mary ArnoldSimon & Laura BazylerAngel & Olga BarriosAdrian & Daisy BonillaTodd & JoAnn BreinerChris & Leidy BrigmanDanielle BrownFernando Menendez & Jennifer BryanSteve & Leigh ByersJose & Elizabeth CaleroLuis & Eva CamejoElio & Graciela CasanasSteve & Melissa ClassDarren & Nicole CloudMiguel & Barbara CosculluelaJorge & Tracy CuestaJorge & Ana Del ValleMarlo & Sandra DieguezEdwin & Gloria Dossett

Elena DossettEric & Erika EstapeRobert & Patti EvelynRobert & Sheila FelderElizabeth FernandezHelga FernandezRamon Fernandez-AndesOntoniel & Diana FrometaEva-Marie GonzalezJoel & Ileana GonzalezLamont & Latonya GreenClifton & Sarah Gruhn George & Mayra GullaAlberto & Dasha HernandezFrank & Melanie HopkinsPaul & Pam HowellEfrain & Aileen IriasJonathan JacksonGary & Joyce JohnsonTodd & Alida JollyDavid & Beth King

Pete KingmanDoug & Karen KostowskiAlejandro & Ana LedonGary & Maria LehnhardEdwin & Rosa LobainaHector & Lydia LopezLazaro & Maria MartinezJanet MatternJorge & Karla MegiasDomingo & Iris MendezJorge & Ivette MenendezFernando & Monica MesaTim & Katie MinerDavid & Kellie MooreLuis & Marcia MontanerBill & Sherril NealeyJoseph & Rebecka PadronHugues & Lisa PericlesPerry & Anncey PitelliJoey & Lesli PrunaKeith & Gladys Quinlan

Juany RamosJorge & Tania ReynardusDaniel RiosIliana RodriguezLuis & Dinah RodriguezJuan & Esther RoqueNancy SafreedGustavo & Cynthia SanchezTodd & Maria SeekinsScott & Jeannine StemmerWaldo & Desiree TejedorAustin & Hunter TindallDanny & Gina TraperoBernalt & Kimberly VelasquezDeborah WarnerBill & Kerry WicksPenny WrightIrasema Zuniga

Martin Fund: The Martin Fund was established in honor of Bill and Ann Martin who dedicated their lives and resources to developing FCS’s Bible Department. By giving to the Martin Fund you will help provide funding for our Bible program, spiritual development and training for our faculty, spiritual emphasis week and chapel speakers.

The following contributed to the Martin Fund:Mark & Ana Maria ArdoisLuis & Eva CamejoSteve & Melissa ClassJorge & Tracy CuestaJorge & Ana DelValleEdwin & Gloria DossettJames & Natasha ErwinRobert & Sheila Felder

Chris & Helen GarnerRon & Su GreenGeorge & Mayra GullaChristina IglesiasEfrain & Aileen IriasTodd & Alida JollyDavid & Beth KingLazaro & Maria Martinez

Jorge & Karla MegiasDomingo & Iris MendezJorge & Ivette MenendezJesus & Maby PerezHugues & Lisa PericlesBoris & Susan RubioNancy SafreedGus & Cynthia Sanchez

Todd & Maria SeekinsCeleste SerraltaDanny & Gina TraperoJuan & Daisy ValdesDeborah Warner

To be a part of giving to FCS, please go to the FCS Homepage and click on the “Donate” box.

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GIFTS TO FCSFCS gratefully acknowledges those who have financially contributed this school year through the month of Octo-ber to the ongoing work at Florida Christian.

Campus Beautification Fund:Current capital campaign to enhance the appearance of the school campus. By giving to the Campus Beautification Fund you will help provide funding for landscaping, rest room renovation, common area beautification, and other projects.

The following contributed to the Campus Beautification Fund:Adrian & Daisy BonillaDerwin & Audrey BrighamLuis & Eva CamejoManuel & Michelle CapoCornerstone ChurchMiguel & Barbara CosculluelaJorge & Tracy CuestaJorge & Ana Del ValleEdwin & Gloria Dossett

Eric & Erika EstapeRobert & Sheila FelderJose FernandezChris & Helen GarnerLamont & Latonya GreenJames GrewGeorge & Mayra GullaEfrain & Aileen IriasJonathan Jackson

Todd & Alida JollyRobert & Claire LandauJorge & Karla MegiasDomingo & Iris MendezJorge & Ivette MenendezRaul MirandaSam & Kristy MiroLuis & Marcia MontanerJoseph & Rebecka Padron

Hugues & Lisa PericlesEd & Debbie RigganNancy SafreedDanny & Gina TraperoWilliam VarasBernalt & Kimberly VelasquezMary WhitfieldBill & Kerry Wicks

To be a part of giving to FCS, please go to the FCS Homepage and click on the “Donate” box.

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WELCOME NEW FACULTY and STAFF

FCS is pleased to welcome the following new faculty and staff. We are blessed to have such qualified and dedicated people join the Patriot Nation!

David AguirreBible

Mark ArdoisWorld Geography

Albert BasultoMedia Production

Danielle BrownMarine Biology Environmental Science

Julie CaldwellAssistant Librarian

Sarah GruhnElem & MS Art

Erika EstapeDiscovery Program

Nicole Cloud1st Grade

Todd BreinerBible

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WELCOME NEW FACULTY and STAFF

FCS is pleased to welcome the following new faculty and staff. We are blessed to have such qualified and dedicated people join the Patriot Nation!

Jonathan JacksonMaintenance

Christina IglesiasMath 6th & 7th Grades

Willie VargasMaintenance

Carina Gonzalez de MendozaExtended Care

Todd JollyHistory 6th GradeWorld Studies 7th Grade

Silvia RuizCollege AlgebraSpanish I

Cindy Sanchez5K

Jeffrey SwindollBible

Austin TindallBand

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HONOR ROLL - 1ST QUARTER

Principal’s List (All A’s)

Kindergarten Five: Brianna Aguiar, Elizabeth Aguirre, Aaron Almeida-Hernandez, Julian Andrulonis, Laura Anselmetti, Julian Arboleda, Nicolas Barrera, Sebastian Belinaso, Jake Betances, Alton Breiner, Sophia Broche, Bryan Brown, Jarrett Caldwell, Joseph Doan, Izabella Falcon, Sophia Fassett, Isabella Fernandez, Jordyn Gackle, Isabella Garcia, Matthew Gonzalez, Sarah Gonzalez, Carmen Hernandez, Madison Hospedales, Chloe Hunt, Madison Lago, Marion Lewis, Jonathan Lobaina, Justin Mayoral, Zoey Mesa, Mia Meynard, Isaac Montero, Daniel Morales, Gabriel Padin, Asher Patino, Christian Paz, Paola Perez, Elijah Pericles, Madison Ramos, Mila Rivero, Marissa Rodriguez, Israel Santana-CrucetFirst Grade: Katia Bango, Amanda Benedit, Veronica Borque, Nathalie Chacon, Victoria Cruz, Levi Diaz, Dylan Dieguez, Jeremy Erwin, Nathaniel Escoto, Sofia Estrada, Kai Lijfrock, Seth Lopez, Eva Marques-Verdecia, Melanie Montano, Lola Perez, Eddy Pino, Samuel Rodriguez, Graciela Ruiz, Brielle Sanchez, Alyssa Serrano, Lily TorresSecond Grade: Lukas Acosta, Isabella Araya, Danella Areas, Rafael Arias, Isabella Ariola, Thomas Ariola, Luna Asencion, Nelly Baltodano, Cristina Barcelo, Anderson Breiner, Kayla Broche, Jaden Caldwell, Caleb Fagundo, Gabriel Hernandez, Nina Nalani Hernandez, Joy Lagardera, James Logue, Annabella Lugo, Leila Menendez, Valentina Miranda, Selah Miro, Roberto Morales, Juan Naranjo, Jesus Perez, Madison Pijuan, Nick Ramirez-Rodriguez, Daniela Riesgo Jardines, Jordyn Salvador, Nicholas Santos, Camila Trejos, Ryan Valiente, Cynthia Vazquez, Sophia VazquezThird Grade: Abigail Ardois, Victoria Awan, Anjuli Balart, Timothy Benitez, Dylan Braswell, Daniela Canosa, Gino Chacon, Danny De Los Santos, Hailey Dieguez, Sophia DiTommaso, Camila Echevarria, Carolina Echevarria, Savannah Fassett, Austin Fernandez, Joseph Fernandez, Bianca Fluxa, Vincenzo Frias, Gabriel Garcia, Brianna Gonzalez, Morgan Lewis, Sebastian Liles, Brandon Luis, Allison Mantecon, Isaac Menendez, Osmanny Montano, Aden Nicholas, Brianna Padin, Matthew Perez, Osvaldo Ricardo, Ajala Rice-Reynolds, Markus Ruiz, Olivia Serralta, Lucas Suarez, Leonardo Trejos, Maykel Triana, Ella ValdiviaFourth Grade: Isabella Aguilera, Manuel Barcelo, Sean Benedit, Andres Brito, Alyssa Ceballos, Sofia Cecchi, Malia Chang, Sebastian Estrada, Camila Flores, Carolina Flores, Carlos Gonzalez, Rebecca Kemerer, Elias Marcayda, Daniela Mendez, Brianna Moreno, Jair Obando, Andrew Pena, Daniel Perez, Ella Pino, Sebastian Prado, Jayden Ramos, Richard Rollheiser, Alejandro Ruiz, Brian Sanchez, Alejandro SuarezFifth Grade: Christina Almuina, Isabella Bonilla, Abigail Breiner, Zoe Carbo, Thomas Caskey, Alejandro Cejas, Aiden Cuervo, Emma Dieguez, Angelo DiTommaso, Taylor Gackle, Ethan Gonzalez, Camila Hernandez, Sofia Hernandez, Aniyah Herring, Angelina Manzano, Justin Montoya, Valeria Moriano, Gabriela Netto, Sofia Netto, Angelica Otero, Katherine Padron, Annelise Pereira, Ashley Perez, Cristina Pernas, Norge Pineda, Harper Pruna, Emely Ravelo, Aiden Richardson, Ricardo Rios, Gabriela Ruiz, Amy Suarez, Carolina Tapanes, Gabriela Tapanes, Matthew Valero, Alejandro VegaSixth Grade: Zachary Bailey, Wilkin Caseres, Jade Chai, Kevin Cruz, Evan Garcia, Martin Gomez, Melanie Gonzalez, Ariana Gutierrez, Joshua Gutierrez, Abby Hernandez, Kirsten Hernandez, Johan Hidalgo, Melanie Izquierdo, Ameerah Kawa, Keven Lacayo, Jessica Leake, Naima Mailliard, Gabriela Membreno, Natalya Mesa, Abby Nunez, Maya Ortiz, Perry Pitelli, Alexander Pou, Sofia Raurell, Lucas Ruiz, Matthew Say, Amanda Soriano, Charlie Stemmer, Amanda Tejeda, Sophia Viera, Manuela VillegasSeventh Grade: Aliya Acosta, Rachel Burke, Valery Casamayor, Angelina Cueto, Sofia de la Torre, Nicole De Leon, Andrea Delgado, Erick Delgado, Matthew Diaz, Luna Dieguez, Giannina Difranco, Mikaela King, Joel Lago, Olivia Lobaina, Daniel Lopez, Jason Losada, Madison McDonald, Kristina Megias, Maximillian Melo, Hannah Mira, Carolina Morales, Jorge Pernas, Hailey Pruna, Carmen Rangel, Abigail Rashid, Christopher Rodriguez, Raphael Ruiz, Helena Valdovinos, Briley WellinghoffEighth Grade: Asia Castellanos, Chloe Chang, Daniella Diaz, Kate Fernandez, Nicholas Fernandez, Olivia Fernandez, Tommy Fernandez, Joseph Fernandez-Andes, Sofia Gutierrez, Katrina Hernandez, Yesenia Lobaina, Rocio Lopez, Sophia Milton, Nicole Molina, Elizabeth Pella, Emily Rodriguez, Orestes Soler, Yasmin Valiente, Isabella Vazquez, Isabella VillaverdeNinth Grade: Richard Burke, Leonard Lam, Carolina Ledon, Gianella Martinez-Gugliotta, Rebecca Menendez, Nicolina Pereira, Carlos Rios, Isabella Rodriguez, Renee Ruiz, Abigail SorianoTenth Grade: Joshua Bartley, Rachel Cabauy, Olivia Carbonero, Audrey Castellanos, Janelle Forte, Andres Ledon, Bryan Momin, Kenneth Northerner, Justin Nunez, Gianna Ortiz, Camila Perez, Michael Ramos, Julian Rashid, Robert Ricelli, Natalie Santovenia, Sergio Tejeda, Christopher Touma, Roland Travieso, Hannah VivarEleventh Grade: Brooke Alvarez, Timothy King, Philip Moore, Katrina Padron, Gabriela Rodriguez, Karina TohmeTwelfth Grade: Madeleine Byers, Jeffrey Caldwell, Nicole Fontela, Madison Irvine, Ian Mendez, Alexia Mikhalides, Naia Mion-Bet, Megan Nunez, Gabriela Rodriguez, Shannon Rowsey, Brittany Wellinghoff

If your child made one of the Honor Rolls, you may pick up a “My Child Made the Honor Roll” bumper sticker

in the school office. The bumper stickers are free of charge.

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HONOR ROLL - 1ST QUARTER

Honor Roll (A&B Honor Roll - At least 3.5 GPA)

Kindergarten Five: Jeremias Barros, Samantha Hernandez, Ethan Manfred, Brittanny MonjarrezFirst Grade: Thomas Acosta, Emily Asencion, Nicholas Bonilla, Abigail Camacho, Valentina Cecchi, Andrea Echevarria, Isabella Estrada, Grace Fagundo, Justin Fernandez, Gabriella Flores, Ariana Fluxa, Diego Garcia, Mia Gonzalez, Eric Hospedales, Gianna Jivanjee, Emma Mestre, Chloe Patino, Andrew Quant, Abigail Quinones, Gabriel Reina, Valentina Restrepo, Sophia Riggan, Jake Say, Fernando Suarez-Solis, Sophia VillaverdeSecond Grade: Madison Aguila, John Brigman, Derek Casal, Alec Castellanos, Ariel Ferreira, Emily Flores, Julio Gonzalez, Alexander Haza, Jaylee Jo, Isabella Kawa, Antonella Navas, Henry Pena, Abraham Quant, Alexander Rizo, Ryan Silva, Isaiah SullivanThird Grade: Evelyn Abramo, Sofia Albelo, Rylee Carbo, Dylan Casal, Mia Echevarria, Brianna Gonzalez, Nathan Lopez, Ethan Lorenzo, Natalie Machin, Joseph Minsal, Alejandro Nunez, Joseph Padron, Mauricio Rodriguez, Michael Valdes, Renzo YnastrillaFourth Grade: Kiara Bango, Joshua Barba, Haley Caravetta, Nicole Casamayor, Brandon Cruz, Christopher Delgado, Skye Dickinson, Catherine Gonzalez, Dylan Gonzalez, Ajay Jimenez, Kaleb Jolly, Brandon Knowles, Saphire Lima, Mia Lopez, Glacey Lugo, Adam Martinez, Samuel Miro, Havana Nunez, Nicolas Oropesa, Oscar Quinones, Rafael Rizo, Jason Rodriguez, Michael Say, Samuel Stemmer, Angelina UllivarriFifth Grade: Joshua Aguirre, Roberto Alvarez, Matthew Capo, Courtney Green, Ariadne Herrera, Jeremy Jaramillo, Lang Lijfrock, David Lopez, Emily Momin, Samuel Oliva, Samantha Zelenka

Honor Roll (3.7 average - a minimum of four A’s, no grade lower than C)Sixth Grade: Sofia Acuna, Julian Alvarez, Ayleen Amador, Valerie Araujo, Austin Bailey, Andres Balart, Nicholas Britos, Juliette Bryant, Joseph Cabaleiro, Alexa Carmenate, Nicole Denis, Jonathan Estrada, Bradley Garcia, Javier Gorostola, Lamont Green, David Lobaina, Samuel Lopez, Ethan Machin, Mathieu Munoz, Ashlyn Nunez, Kassandra Osorio, Isabelle Prado, Dawson Ramos, Nicolas Restrepo, Ana Rosas, Matthew Sicle, Julio Silva, Karson Smith, Tyler Tracy, Sophia Valdes, Jack Vignau, Tristan Yuen, Maria ZelenkaSeventh Grade: Samuel Alvarez, Jacob Brigman, Sasha Cejas, Dustin Cromer, Miranda De La Noval, Amanda Diaz, Michael English, Kevin Fernandez, Beatrice Garciga, Jonathan Gonzalez, Daniel Higuera, Jacob Holcombe, Ryan Lambert, Cecilia Marcayda, Sarah Milton, Anthony Parra, Stephen Pella, Lucas Perez, Gabriel Rebozo, Nicolas Riveron, Gabriela Rodriguez, Mariana Rodriguez, Sebastian Rojas, Matthew Rosquete, Sophia Skjoldal, Bryan Varela FigueroaEighth Grade: Lauren Alonso, Sofia Araya, Victoria Cabaleiro, Brandon Carrillo, John Christensen, Julie Cruz, Joseph Delgado, Megan Diaz, Domenick Espinosa, Daniel Garcia, Donald Harrington, Daniella Harris, Elizabeth Herrera, Bryan Leal, Emily Manzano,Daniella Marrero, Matthew Megias, Francis-Danielle Mereles, Cristina Oropesa, Adrian Perez, Alejandro Perez, Priscilla Pruna, Nicole Ramirez, Amanda Ramos, Manuel Riesgo Jardines, Daniel Rodriguez, Annika Tracy, Emma Valenti, Damian Vilarchao, Alexa Vivar, Lyla WalshNinth Grade: David Araya, Dena Barros, Emily Chiang, Gretell Cruz, Christian Davila, Nicholas Del Prado, Andrea Delgado, Alejandro Diaz, Alison Diaz, Anthony Diaz, Hector Diaz, Eric Estape, Madison Estape, Matthew Fernandez, Evelyn Gonzalez, Laura Gonzalez, Danny Lacayo, Richard Lovett, Dillon Lue, Vanessa Marcia, Michael McDonald, Priscilla Pozo, Hannie Pruna, Emily Ruiz, Brandon Sanchez, Keilah Serralta, Rommy Silva, Eric Sosa, Gabriella Valencia, Kaley Walkland, Katherine YacTenth Grade: Gabriel Alberro, Anthony Baserio, Victoria Borque, Lauren Cerda, Nicole Criado, Priscilla Del Prado, Sophia Donato, Joshua Gonzalez, Kevin Gonzalez, Cleyton Howell, Ethan Isidron, Giuliana Jas, Charisma Jolly, Adrian Lengua, Sofia Lopez, Stephany Matat, Mia Melo, Rebeca Miranda, Hunter Norris, Isabella Pineiro, Matthew Reisert, Hannah Reynardus, Gabryela Rodriguez, Megan Rodriguez, Samuel Rodriguez, Brittany Scoggins, Hannah Serralta, James Swindoll, Nicholas Valdes, Yuehan ZhaoEleventh Grade: Emily Acosta, Amanda Alburquerque, Emily Beltran, Nia Blanco, James Cabauy, Eli Carbo, Gabriel Carreira, Jazmin Cedeno, Patrick Chen See, Elisa Couvertier, Andres del Valle, Ryan Feldman, Javier A. Fernandez, Javier R. Fernandez, Michael Fernandez, Lillian Frometa, Kryssa Garcia, Nicole Garcia, Gaby Garrote, Kassandra Gomez, Andrea Gonzalez, Jason Gonzalez, Kelly Henao, James Heyworth, Sophia Hidalgo-Lamigueiro, Jayde Leake, Ian Lijfrock, Luis Machado, Sally Mina-Vargas, Gabriel Munoz, Nicole Navas, Adam Octala, Cristina Palma, Jose Pereira, Justin Perez, Kristen Prieto, Emily Ramos, Britney Rubio, Taylor San Miguel, Emily Sotolongo, Jessica Torrente, Daniel Villamil, Kevin VittoriaTwelfth Grade: Lauren Alonso, Victoria Alonso, Matthew Benitez, Michael Blanche, Marcos Buznego, Diego Coviella, Andy de Pablo, Lauren Diaz, Diego Dominguez, Cassidy Dorway, Emelie Garcia, Grace Harrington, Elyzabeth Hernandez, Michael Herrera, Nicole Hoffmeister, Ellianne Isidron, Kayla Jolly, Hansel Marrero, Christian Marsellos, Emily Mendez, Daniela Molinares, Marc Montero, Sheridon Ouma, Abi Perez Sotolongo, Jack Pertierra, Lauren Peterson, Giancarlo Ponce, Emily Prieto, Jose Rocha, Jovan Rodriguez, Sofia Sablon, Zimeng Su

If your child made one of the Honor Rolls, you may pick up a “My Child Made the Honor Roll” bumper stickerin the school office. The bumper stickers are free of charge.

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2016 - 2017 CLASS OFFICERS

HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OFFICERS:

12TH GRADE CLASS OFFICERSPresident - Victoria QuevedoVice President - Doris Cabo Secretary - Nicole FontelaTreasurer - Gaby RodriguezChaplain - Rebecca JaureguiClass Representatives - Michael Blanche, Ian Mendez

11TH GRADE CLASS OFFICERSPresident - Kryssa GarciaVice President - Jose PereiraSecretary - Taylor San MiguelTreasurer - Nia BlancoChaplain - Joshua JimenezClass Representatives - Katrina Tohme, Elizabeth Torres

10TH GRADE CLASS OFFICERSPresident - Gianna OrtizVice President - Megan RodriguezSecretary - Isabella PineiroTreasurer - Hannah ReynardusChaplain - Andres LedonClass Representatives - Victoria Borque, Christian Pereira

9TH GRADE CLASS OFFICERSPresident - Dena BarrosVice President - Madison EstapeSecretary - Eric EstapeTreasurer - David JimenezChaplain - Rebecca MenendezClass Representatives - Carlos Rios, Keilah Serralta

MIDDLE SCHOOL CLASS OFFICERS:

8TH GRADE CLASS OFFICERS President - Yasmin Valiente Vice President - Caden Irvine Secretary - Priscilla Pruna Treasurer - Katrina Hernandez Chaplain - Donny Harrington Class Representative - Cristina Fanfani

7TH GRADE CLASS OFFICERS President - Luna Dieguez Vice President - Michael English Secretary - Amanda Diaz Treasurer - Gabriela Rodriguez Chaplain - Amari Singleton Class Representative - Brian Javech

6TH GRADE CLASS OFFICERS President - Maya Ortiz Vice President - Bradley Garcia Secretary - Gabriela Membreno Treasurer - Natalya Mesa Chaplain - Zachary Bailey Class Representative - Julian Alvarez

The following students were selected by their peers to serve as class officers for the 2016-2017 school year.

For even the son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve.Mark 10:45

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At the start of each school year, students and faculty have the opportunity to engage God during spiritual emphasis week. A different guest speaker will come and share challenging messages with the aim of encouraging students to pursue a deeper relationship with God. This year, the Patriot Nation welcomed back Ken Freeman as the featured speaker for the week. Coming all the way from San Antonio, Texas, Ken Freeman has been ministering to students at FCS during spiritual emphasis weeks for over twenty years. He spends much of his time traveling the country doing what he loves the most: sharing his story with students and leading them to Christ. Despite living a life full of abuse and neglect, God turned Ken’s muddled life into a powerful message. As a result, Ken’s ministry and story has had a lasting impact on countless Patriot alumni, and God has used him mightily to make a lasting impact for His kingdom. This year was no different. Ken challenged students and faculty alike to pursue a deeper relationship with

God while removing sin and distractions from our daily routine. He spoke of several ideas and themes throughout the week, including the three things we need to guard: our eyes, heart and mind. At the end of the week, Ken gave each student and faculty member a unique key to carry as a reminder of the key things they learned and to pursue a life of godliness. Students were also led in worship by a team from Calvary Chapel Miami, headed by our very own Mrs. Amanda Vazquez, assistant choral director. As the week came to a close, countless students came forward to make commitments of faith to God. As tears streamed down many of their faces, Ken led them in a prayer and encouraged them to help one another along this journey of faith. Relationships were restored, lives were renewed, and students left with a committed desire to glorify God like never before. Please continue to pray for all of those who trusted Christ, and continue to pray that the student body would be able to stand firm in their convictions and commitments to Jesus Christ.

SPIRITUAL EMPHASIS WEEKSubmitted by Mr. Tito Hernandez, Chaplain

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TEACHERS’ BULLETIN BOARD CONTEST

Congratulations to these teachers for winning the annual bulletin board contest!

Mrs. Gladys Quinlan’s board won first place in the Most Creative category. Her board lists all of her students’ names.

Ms. Eva-Marie Gonzalez won first place in the Spiritual category with her board showing how our lives can be transformed through Christ.

Ms. Michelle Collazo’s board won first place in the Academic category. It shows aspects of Literature in a very creative way.

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NATIONAL JUNIOR HONOR SOCIETY

INDUCTEES

NJHS OFFICERS

RETURNING MEMBERSAliya Acosta (7)Jacob Brigman (7)Sasha Cejas (7)Angelina Cueto (7)Miranda De La Noval (7)Sofia De la Torre (7)Nicole De Leon (7)Andrea Delgado (7)Erick Delgado (7)Amanda Diaz (7)Matthew Diaz (7)Luna Dieguez (7)Giannina Difranco (7)Tommy Fernandez (8)Mikaela King (7)Olivia Lobaina (7)Yesenia Lobaina (8)Jason Losada (7)Emily Manzano (8)

Madison McDonald (7) Maximillian Melo (7) Sarah Milton (7) Hannah Mira (7) Carolina Morales (7) Stephen Pella (7) Jorge Pernas (7) Hailey Pruna (7) Nicole Ramirez (8) Carmen Rangel (7) Abigail Rashid (7) Mariana Rodriguez (7) Raphael Ruiz (7) Helena Valdovinos (7) Damian Vilarchao (8) Isabella Villaverde (8) Alexa Vivar (8) Briley Wellinghoff (7)

Lauren AlonsoRaziel Aparicio-GomezAlexa BrownAsia CastellanosChloe ChangJoseph DelgadoMegan DiazDomenick EspinosaSofia GutierrezNicholas FernandezOlivia FernandezJoseph Fernandez-AndesDonald HarringtonDaniella HarrisKatrina Hernandez

Rocio LopezDaniella MarreroMatthew MegiasNicole MolinaElizabeth PellaPriscilla PrunaDaniel RodriguezEmily RodriguezThomas RowseyAnnika TracyEmma ValentiYasmin ValienteIsabella VazquezLyla Walsh

The National Junior Honor Society welcomed its new inductees on September 22, 2016. The event began with a welcome breakfast and concluded with a chapel service honoring each inductee and returning member. Students are inducted into the NJHS each year upon recommendation from Mrs. Wicks - Middle School Principal, Mrs. Gladys Quinlan - NJHS Spon-sor and faculty members. The students must maintain a 3.75 GPA in their core classes and qualify with an 80% or higher SAT score. Students are held to a high level of excellence in academics, leadership, behavior, service and character.

President - Sofia GutierrezVice President - Matthew MegiasSecretary - Katrina HernandezTreasurer - Megan DiazChaplain - Asia Castellanos8th Grade Representative - Olivia Fernandez7th Grade Representative - Jacob Brigman

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NATIONAL JUNIOR HONOR SOCIETY

Special moments from the National Junior Honor Society Breakfast and Induction Ceremony

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MIDDLE SCHOOL SPIRIT DAY

The middle school Patriots showed their school pride on Middle School Spirit Day!

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SNAPSHOTS OF FCS

Art Sampling

A display of outstanding art pieces created by FCS art students

Fresh Look

Mrs. Michelle Capo updated and reorganized the teachers’ workroom on the west campus giving it a calm, serene feel.

Zoo Fun Mrs. Trapero’s 4K class had a roaring good time at Zoo Miami!

Band RetreatMr. Miner and band officers & members enjoy God’s creation during the band retreat.

Final Product Mrs. Green’s students display the diaramas they made after reading “Song of the Brook”

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SNAPSHOTS OF FCS

Friends

Tenth graders Sofia Lopez and Janelle Forte walk together to their next class.

Up We Go!

Learning about the strength of the Lord through exciting lessons in elementary chapel service.

Costume FunMrs. Megias’ 5K students are each “one in a

minion”!

Praise in Song FCS faculty worships together during teacher workweek before the school year begins.

Buzzers Ready!FCS Patriots practicing for Brain Bowl with Mr. Hernandez

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SNAPSHOTS OF FCS

Serving HeartsThe PTCF parents at the Welcome Breakfast on the first day of school.

Yummy Lesson

Mrs. Garner’s 4K class reinforced their knowl-edge of shapes using healthy foods!

Sock Hop Fifth grade students show their support for the Live Like Bella Foundation with their socks!

God’s Grace Mrs. Leon’s Fall classroom door

For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith - and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God - not by works, so that no one can boast. Eph. 2:8

Celebrate!Students enjoy the first day of their Senior year!

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CHOIR NEWS

Congratulations to the FCS Patriots who made it to the FMEA All-State Choirs! These students auditioned and were selected for the All-State Choirs from among hundreds of students across the state of Florida.

HIGH SCHOOLTop Row: Jacqueline Padron, Michael Ramos, Gaby Rodriguez, Hannah Vivar

MIDDLE SCHOOLSecond Row from Top: Preston Howell, Carolina Morales, Aliya Acosta, Amanda Ramos, Julie Cruz

Third Row from Top: Jacob Brigman, Olivia Fernandez, Katrina Hernandez, Sofia Araya

ELEMENTARYFront Row: Samuel Stemmer, Sofia Netto

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CHOIR NEWS

The FCS Choir Department is proud to announce that 6th grader Charlie Stemmer, auditioned for and was selected to be in the Florida American Choral Directors Association Male Honor Choir. The choir, made up of students from many Florida schools, performed at the annual ACDA Conference held at Seminole State College in Sanford, Florida.

Congratulations to Charlie and to FCS Choral Director Mrs. Jeannine Stemmer.

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DRAMA

The High School Drama students presented two one-act plays under the direction of Mrs. Jennifer Bryan: “Jane Eyre” and “How to Succeed in High School without Really Trying”. The students did a wonderful job performing these plays!

Top Row: Hansel Marrero, Lauren Cerda, Mrs. Bryan, Kayla Jolly, Mia Melo, Christian Marsellos, Mareena Rodriguez, Kaylin Jacomino, Giancarlo Ponce, Daniella Weihl, Kaley Walkland, Emily SotolongoFront Row: Seiny Gonzalez, Marcos Buznego, Isabella Corrales, Kristen Prieto, Mia Ibarra, Taylor San Miguel, Jordyn Rivero, Adriana Marrero, Charisma Jolly, Sophia Donato, Stephany Matat

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DRAMA (Continued)

Scenes from “Jane Eyre”

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FROM THE GUIDANCE & COUNSELING DEPARTMENTJanet Mattern, M.S., M.F.T. - Director of Guidance Counseling

“Do The Right Thing” Program Nominees

Florida Christian School, through the Guidance and Counseling Department, has proudly partnered with, Do The Right Thing. This program has been sponsored by the City of Miami Police Department for the last 25 years, under the direction of Executive Director, Jodi Portante Atkins, a graduate of Florida Christian School. Each month, over 700 children from Miami-Dade County are nominated by their teachers, counselors, parents, police officers, and the general public in order to recognize and reward students for their exemplary behavior, accomplishments, good deeds and attitude. These are students who make a

difference in their schools and communities.Florida Christian School is pleased to participate in the Do The Right Thing Program, and we are very proud to feature our middle school students in this program.

September NomineesKevin Cruz

Melanie IzquierdoEmily Rodriguez

Jack Vignau

September Nominees (L to R): Kevin Cruz, Melanie Izquierdo, Emily Rodriguez, Jack Vignau

See next page for more info about these students!

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FROM THE GUIDANCE & COUNSELING DEPARTMENTJanet Mattern, M.S., M.F.T. - Director of Guidance Counseling

“Do The Right Thing” Program (continued from previous page)

September Nominees

Jack Vignau (6th grade) He has a sweet and quiet spirit for the Lord. Jack is a grateful and caring student. He works to his potential and responds with a Christian humble attitude.

Emily Rodriguez (8th grade)Emily is an amazing student. Emily is in my art class and she is a creative and talented student. Emily strives to be a respectful student every day. She encourages her classmates and she does her best on all of her sketches and projects. She follows directions, and ensures that our classroom is successful every day by following God. It’s a joy having Emily in my class.

Kevin Cruz (6th grade) He has a heart full of joy for the Lord. Always greets everyone with a big smile and tries to help in any way he can. He holds the door, carries books, and performs other thoughtful tasks. He constantly helps his classmates and teacher in the classroom. Every day after class, he graciously picks up the papers from the floor and puts the chairs in order.

Melanie Izquierdo (6th grade) Melanie is a great student. I have Melanie during the last hour of the day. She is a creative student who loves to perfect her artwork. She is always willing to learn and do her best. Each and every day, Melanie strives to do what is right. She is respectful to her classmates and teacher. It is a joy having Melanie in my art class.

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HOMECOMING SPIRIT WEEK PEP RALLY

Go Patriots!FCS Cheerleaders promote school spirit!

SENIORS have arrived!

Ready to PlayStudents cheer as the FCS Patriots football players enter the gym.

SOPHOMORES10th graders display their school pride by wearing their Sophomore Squad shirts!

JUNIORSThe juniors are united in their Patriot Pride.

FRESHMEN9th graders show their class spirit!

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2016 FCS HOMECOMING COURT

Nicole FontelaSenior Princess

Rebecca JaureguiSenior Princess

Gaby RodriguezSenior Princess

Brittany WellinghoffSenior Princess

Michael BlancheSenior Prince

Michael CabanasSenior Prince

Tommy HidalgoSenior Prince

Joel SosaSenior Prince

FCS Homecoming King and Queen

Tommy Hidalgo &

Nicole Fontela

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2016 FCS HOMECOMING COURT

9th GradeEvelyn Gonzalez & Matthew Fernandez

10th Grade Mia Melo &

Brandon Garcia

11th Grade Kryssa Garcia & Joshua Jimenez

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SPELLING BEE - ELEMENTARY

The following students won the FCS Spelling Bee and qualifed to compete in the FACCS Regional Spelling Bee held October 21st. Congratulations to all of these students!

1st Grade: Katia Bango, Grace Fagundo, Kai Lijfroch, Eva Verdecia, Mia Gonzalez (Alternate)

3rd Grade: Joseph Fernandez, Charles Gonzalez, Isaac Menendez, Brandon Luis

5th Grade: Thomas Caskey, Taylor Gackle, Courtney Green, Sofia Netto, Matthew Capo (Alternate)

4th Grade: Sofia Cecci, Rebecca Kemerer, Rafael Rizo, Brian Sanchez, Isabella Aguilera (Alternate)

2nd Grade: Thomas Ariola, Cristina Barcelo, James Logue, Robert Morales, Danella Areas (Alternate)

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SPELLING BEE - MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL

The following students won the FCS Spelling Bee and qualifed to compete in the FACCS Regional Spelling Bee held October 21st. Congratulations to all of these students!

6th Grade: Manuela Villegas, Melanie Izquierdo, Maya Ortiz, Charles Stemmer, Gabriella Portillo (Alternate)

7th Grade: Angelina Cueto, Carolina Morales, Abigail Rashid, Briley Wellinghoff, Max Melo (Alternate)

8th Grade: Alexa Brown, Nicholas Fernandez, Priscilla Pruna, Devin Salazar, Julie Cruz (Alternate)

9th -10th Grade: Dena Barros (9), Andrea Delgado (9), Chris Touma (10), Kaley Walkland (9)

11th - 12th Grade: Javier A. Fernandez (11), Ian Menendez (12), Danny Miranda (11)

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SPELLING BEE - REGIONAL RESULTS

Congratulations to the following students who placed at the FACCS Regional Spelling Bee and qualifed to compete in the FACCS State Spelling Bee in to be held in November.

Javier A. FernandezGrade 11

2nd Place at Regional

Abigail RashidGrade 7

1st Place at Regional

Manuela Villegas-GrisalesGrade 6

3rd Place at Regional

Christopher ToumaGrade 10

1st Place at Regional

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SPELLING BEE - REGIONAL RESULTS

Congratulations to the following students who placed at the FACCS Regional Spelling Bee and qualifed to compete in the FACCS State Spelling Bee in to be held in November.

Sofia NettoGrade 5

2nd Place at Regional

Charles GonzalezGrade 3

3rd Place at Regional

James LogueGrade 2

4th Place at Regional

Rafael RizoGrade 4

2nd Place at Regional

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WHERE TWO OR MORE ARE GATHERED

FCS students participated in the annual See You At The Pole event on Sept. 28, 2016. All around the globe, in every time zone, students gathered at their flagpoles, praying for their school, friends, families, churches, and communities. See You At The Pole is a day committed to global unity in Christ and prayer for this generation.

“Again, truly I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything they ask for, it will be done for them by my Father in heaven. For where two or three gather in my

name, there am I with them.” Matthew 18: 19-20

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ROBOTSMrs. Del Valle’s 6th graders designed and built their own robots.

They enjoyed demonstrating their robots for one another.

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ROBOTS

Mrs. Del Valle’s 6th graders designed and built their own robots. They enjoyed demonstrating their robots for one another.

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KEY CLUB NEWS

Kick-Off MeetingKey Club members met at the beginning of the school year to plan their events and projects. Thanks for your contributions to FCS and our community, Key Club!

2016-17 KEY CLUB OFFICERS

Angie QuintanaPresident

Seiny GonzalezVice-President

Grace HarringtonSecretary

Nicole FontelaTreasurer

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SENIOR FOOTBALL NIGHT

The FCS Senior football players, cheerleaders and their parents were honored during Senior Night in the Alumni Gymnasium.

Samantha EncaladaKayla Cerda Lauren Peterson Tiffani-Amber Gonzalez

Allyson Huici Marc Montero Andres Mendoza Diego Coviella

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SENIOR FOOTBALL NIGHT

The FCS Senior football players and cheerleaders and their parents were honored during Senior Night in the Alumni Gymnasium.

Armando Noguera Nicky Ruiz Lucas Tejedor

Michael Herrera Songling Gao Victor Cabrera

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ELEMENTARY NEWSMaria Lehnhard, Elementary Principal

September 11th is a special day in our country and we commemorate this day with special chapel services and assemblies. We are careful to relate the terrorist attack events that took place in 2001at the World Trade Center and other sites, but always thanking God for His protection and sovereignty. Our school has named this day “American Christian Heritage Day” and this year it was observed on Friday, Sept. 9th. The west campus students sing patriotic songs and talk about the Christian roots of America. We aim to instill and preserve the spirit of patriotism that Americans felt on 9/11/2001. America was founded under God and His principles and we at FCS will continue to carry on the Christian principles that made America great.

God Bless America!

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ELEMENTARY NEWSMaria Lehnhard, Elementary Principal

American Christian Heritage Day (continued)

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ELEMENTARY NEWSMaria Lehnhard, Elementary Principal

ELEMENTARY MISSIONS CHAPEL SERVICE The importance of missions was reinforced during a special chapel service, organized by Miss Debo-rah Warner, FCS Elementary Chaplain. A representative from Operation Christmas Child spoke to the students about the impact a shoebox filled with gifts has on a child. What a blessing to reach others for Christ!

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INSECTS GALORE!

The students in Mrs. Green’s 4A class were asked to create their own insects and include three body parts, six legs, antennas and a mouth. The students were very creative!

“God made the wild animals according to their kinds, the livestock according to their

kinds, and all the creatures that move along the ground according to their kinds.

And God saw that it was good.”

Genesis 1:24

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ELEMENTARY NEWSMaria Lehnhard, Elementary Principal

HARVEST FESTIVALEach Fall, the 3K - 2nd Grade students participate in the Harvest Festival, a fun performance celebrating harvest time. Miss Warner and Mrs. Tejedor, FCS Music teachers, taught the students songs and dances typical of our nation’s past. Happy Fall, Ya’ll!

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ELEMENTARY NEWSMaria Lehnhard, Elementary Principal

HARVEST FESTIVAL (continued)

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ELEMENTARY NEWSMaria Lehnhard, Elementary Principal

HARVEST FESTIVAL (continued)

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ELEMENTARY NEWSMaria Lehnhard, Elementary Principal

HARVEST FESTIVAL (continued)

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ELEMENTARY NEWSMaria Lehnhard, Elementary Principal

HARVEST FESTIVAL (continued)

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PTCF EVENT

OPEN HOUSE & NEW STUDENT TESTING

Mr. George Gulla, Dean of Students and Director of Security, was the special speaker at the well-attended PTCF event held in October. Parents appreciated the information Mr. Gulla shared regarding security at FCS. Mr. Gulla is a retired City of Miami police officer with 27 years of experience.

OPEN HOUSE FOR NEW STUDENTSJanuary 21, 2017

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NEW STUDENT TESTINGFebruary 11, 2017

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SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIONDr. Robert Andrews, HeadmasterJim Arnold, Senior High School PrincipalDavid King, Assistant High School PrincipalKerry Wicks, Middle School PrincipalMaria Lehnhard, Elementary PrincipalSherril Nealey, Assistant Elementary Principal

BOARD OF DIRECTORSJoseph Padron - PresidentBob Felder - Vice PresidentHerb Evelyn - SecretaryRay Fernandez-Andes - TreasurerManny BersachFrank RamosLuis RodriguezDavid SwindollBill Wicks

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