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September 11, 2020
September 11, 2020
Editor Cindy Miller
Superintendent Dan Vande Pol
Secondary Principal
Jeff Myers
Elementary Principal Andy Bobitz
Board President
Christine Bolkema
Announcements 2
Student Activities 3
Otis Fundraiser 4
Freshman/SR Workshops 5
New Panthers 6
First Grade Fun 7
Football Concessions 8
TRIP 10-11
Carousel’s Icery 12
Upcoming Events 14
Own a Piece of History 15
Bricks of Honor 16
Alumni News 17
Inside this issue:
This fundraiser runs now through Friday, October 2
This “contact-free” fundraiser is a great way to raise money for BCS….and help you
prepare for Thanksgiving and Christmas.
For more details, see page 4
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The Rehfeldt Group P.A. Accounting/Tax
Terry E. Rehfeldt, CPA 3201 26th St. W.
Bradenton, FL 34205 (941) 739-0920
www.rehfeldtgroupcpa.com [email protected]
Cox Auto Group 2900 Cortez Road West
Bradenton, FL 34207 941-749-2690
www.coxauto.com
Merrill Lynch Wealth Management Stephen T. Jerome, CFP
First Vice President - Wealth Management 1401 Manatee Avenue West
Floor 7 Bradenton, FL 34205
941-741-2427 www.fa.ml.com/tpjgroup [email protected]
Morrish Stewart Orthodontics West Office - Bradenton
708 43rd Street W. Bradenton, FL 34209
941-746-2463
East Office - Lakewood Ranch 5803-B Braden Run
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 941-751-0646
www.msorthodontics.com
Suncoast Metals LLC Mike Allen, VP
Full service scrap & recycling company 2050 51st Street
Sarasota, FL 34234 941-351-0006
www.suncoastmetals.com
Chick-fil-A Cortez Plaza Nathan Hoeksema 4573 14th Street W.
Bradenton, FL 34207 941-727-7313 http://
www.cfarestaurant.com/cortezplaza/home
Announcements:
Middle School Football Parent Meeting: Friday, September
11 at 3:15 pm in Wichers Auditorium
Student Handbooks: Please take the time to read the Parent/Student handbook which is accessible in FACTS under School, then Resource Documents. It is your responsibility to review the handbook which contains information to help you understand many aspects of our school.
Thrifts and Gifts: September special is half price on any pants -shorts -skirts. That makes a great deal at $2 a piece!
Freshman/Parent Workshop: Monday, September 21 at 6:00 pm in Wichers Auditorium
Senior/Parent Workshop: Monday, September 21 at 7:00 pm in Wichers Auditorium
No School: Friday, October 2 Family Society Meeting: Monday, October 5 at 7:00 pm in
Wichers Auditorium. If you are a current school parent and would like to join the Society, please contact Cindy Miller for an application (941-792-5454 ext. 112 or [email protected]).
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s Online Students Online students who come on campus to take a test or pick up items - must be in Friday dress code!
Football Game Tonight’s home varsity football game has been moved to Zephyrhills Christian Academy due to ongoing athletic construction. The game will still be played at 7:00. Zephyrhills Address: 34927 Eiland Blvd, Zephyrhills, FL 33541.
Girls Soccer Meeting
There will be meetings on Tuesday, September 15 during lunch for any girls inter-ested in playing soccer. Middle school meet in Mr. Buteyn’s room; High School meet in Mr. Morley’s room. Elementary Pictures September 15 & 16. Students must be in school dress code for pictures. Online Student Pictures will take place on Tuesday, September 15 from 11:00-11:30 am in the Elementary Auditorium
Senior night Cheer & Football senior athletes will be recognized on Thursday, September 17 prior to the football game. Key Club Meeting at lunch on Wednesday, September 16 in the junior hallway to vote/
introduce new officers. Coastal Cleanup on Saturday, September 19, 9-10 am, 59th Street boat ramp No School Friday, October 2
End of 1st Quarter Thursday, October 8
Teacher Record Day - No School Friday, October 9
PSAT Wednesday, October 14 Homecoming Week/Game Homecoming events have been moved to Basketball season. Stay tuned for more details.
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The BCS School Counseling Office is offering a Freshman Parent/Student workshop. The purpose of this evening is to provide you with important information to help students prepare for a successful high school career and better assist in guiding through the college admission process. It is highly recommended for both students and parents to attend the meeting to hear the same message. Some of the most frequently asked questions to be discussed include:
What is the difference in unweighted and weighted GPAs?
What is the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program?
What is a student profile?
How can I earn community service hours?
What is the difference between Honors and AP courses?
These workshops are always informative and hopefully provide better direction for both students and parents before diving into the college admissions process. The Freshman Parent/Student Workshop will be held on Monday, September 21 at 6:00 p.m. in Wichers Auditorium. I always do my best to keep the meeting at one hour or less. I look forward to seeing you there!
The BCS School Counseling Office is offering a Senior Parent/Student workshop. The purpose of this evening is to provide important information to better assist students as they begin the college admission process. It is highly recommended for both students and parents to attend the meeting to hear the same message. Some of the most frequently asked questions to be discussed include:
What is the deadline to apply for colleges?
How do I apply for the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Programs?
What is a student profile?
How are colleges going to weigh the SAT or ACT in the admission process this year?
How do I apply for the NCAA or NAIA?
How do I find out about scholarships?
What is the Coalition Application and the Common Application? I will be attending the Florida State University Systems workshop where all of the Florida state universities were represented by the Director of Admissions from each university at the end of August with the most updated information from their universities I will be relaying all of the information I obtained from these workshops on what colleges are looking for in prospective students and the dos and do nots on the application. These workshops are always informative and hopefully provide better direction as you forge into this exciting new chapter with your child. The Senior Parent/Student Workshop will be held on Monday, September 21 at 7:00 p.m. in Wichers Auditorium. I always do my best to keep the meeting at one hour or less. I look forward to seeing you there!
Freshman & Senior Workshops These meetings will be in person. Please wear a mask and practice social distancing.
Nathan Alexander Pignotti
Born July 2, 2020 at 1:40 am
6 lbs. 13 oz. and 21 inches long
Proud parents are Paul & Jessica ~Jessica teaches MS English at BCS~
Kinsley Rein Paravicini
Born September 2 at 2:53 am
7 lbs. 10 oz.
Proud parents are Scott & Amber
(Scott teaches HS PE at BCS)
Congratulations to Ms. Debbie Clark
(BCS MS Bible Teacher), who was married on
July 3, 2020, to Bill Romaniello.
The happy couple live in Bradenton.
Congratulations Mr. & Mrs. Romaniello
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First
Grade
Fun
Riverhouse Waterfront Restaurant 995 Riverside Drive, Palmetto, FL 34221 Make reservations, browse our menu, and view our weekly specials on our website. Now serving weekend breakfast starting at 8 am on Saturdays and Sundays! 941.729.0616 RiverhouseFL.com
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Football Concessions
Looking for a fun way to get involved at BCS?
Be a Football Concession volunteer! We are looking for
adults willing to sell our delicious concession food and
drinks during the home BCS football games, which will take
place on our AMAZING new football field. The home games
are September 17, 25, October 16 and 23, with a possible
addition of October 9. You can help during one, two, or as
many games as you’d like.
If you are interested, available, and willing to help, please
email Deb Thomas at [email protected].
Urban Taco Build your own tacos, bowls, burritos & more! Now open for dine in & take out with easy online ordering on our website. With locations in Lakewood Ranch and Venice UrbanTacoFL.com
Open Monday – Saturday 11:00am to 9:00pm
11161 E State Road 70 #103, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 1617 US-41 BYP S #1, Venice, FL 34293
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Island Destinations of Anna Maria, LLC
Property Management Kimberly Roehl
(941) 447-9988 [email protected]
Arsenault Dermatology 230 Manatee Ave. E., Bradenton
8926 77 Terr. E., Suite 101, Lakewood Ranch
5860 Ranch Lake Blvd., Suite 103 Lakewood Ranch
941-907-0222 www.arsenaultdermatology.com [email protected]
3637 Cortez Road West, Suite 103
Phone: 941-254-4358
Monday - Friday, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Saturday, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
4855 27th Street W. Bradenton, FL 34207
941-756-9527
www.BlakeMedicalCenter.com
“It’s All About Jesus” 5100 Lakewood Ranch Blvd.
Bradenton, FL 34211 941-702-4640
www.thisisshoreline.com
Kelly Clarke, DDS General & Cosmetic Dentistry
www.laserdentistryonline.com 10% off for BCS families!
3200 1st Street Bradenton, FL 34208
941-748-2511 www.trophyandsportsworld.com
Support BCS and shop at our Thrifts and Gifts store!
September Special is ½ price on all shorts, pants, and
skirts making them only $2!
We have brand new, hot off the press, BCS spirit wear!
We have gently used uniform shirts at amazing prices!
We carry samples of new shirts that you can check out
before you order.
And as always, please continue to bring your gently used
items.
Want to Earn Money Toward Tuition?
Check out our TRIP Program (Tuition Reduction Incentive Program)
The purpose of this program is to provide BCS families an opportunity to reduce their tuition. Through TRIP, gift cards can be purchased from participating vendors with a rebate. These cards are sold at face value to families who participate in the program and a rebate is given in the form of tuition credit.
Family and friends may also join the program and help with your TRIP by designating their rebates to your tuition account.
Parents planning for Christian education in the future may also participate. A TRIP account
will be set up and the monies earned will be held until your child is enrolled as a student.
Shop! - Visit www.Shopwithscrip.com to see all of the gift cards that are offered. Orders are placed weekly during the school year, or use the convenient eGift card option for instant cards. If you would like to sign up, complete the Registration Form on the next page and turn it in to Amanda Clover. If you have further questions, please contact Amanda at 941-792-5454 ext. 216 or [email protected].
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TRIP (Tuition Reduction Incentive Program)
Registration Form This form must be completed and returned before you place your first order.
PLEASE PRINT
First Name: ______________________________Last Name: _____________________________
Mailing Address: ________________________________________________________________
City: _____________________________________ST___________ Zip____________________
Phone: ________________________________ Cell Phone: ______________________________
E-Mail Address: _________________________________________________________________ (Only to be used as a means of communication)
************************************************************************************************************************** Enrolled Families
List enrolled student’s name(s): __________________________________________________________ ************************************************************************************************************************** Future Families (complete if your child is not yet enrolled at BCS)
Student’s name(s):____________________________________________________________________
Projected date of enrollment ___________________ ************************************************************************************************************************** Friends of BCS (complete if you want your rebates to go to a current BCS Family)
BCS Family Name ___________________________________________________
List enrolled student’s name(s): __________________________________________________________ ************************************************************************************************************************** We have read, understood and will abide by the policies of the TRIP program. Print name___________________________________________________________________ Signature______________________________________________ Date___________________ Please submit registration form to: Amanda Clover, TRIP Coordinator By Mail: Bradenton Christian School, Attn: Amanda Clover • 3304 43
rd Street West • Bradenton, FL 34209
By Fax: 941-795-7190, or By Email: [email protected]
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Up to 100% of profits will be donated to your fundraiser benefitting Bradenton Christian School!
On the First Wednesday of each month, BCS and Carousel’s Soft Serve Icery will provide students with the ultimate
product and experience. All with two words in mind...WARM HEARTS!
HOW
&
COST $5/Person/Month ($50 for the ENTIRE YEAR!) This is a simple low-cost way to treat your child
and help BCS all year long.
The Carousel’s Food Truck
We provide the engine (pun intended) that makes this run smoothly and efficiently. We do this while providing the product and experience that will transform lives. We handle all the logistics including the trucks, staff, online ordering and interactive experiences (when applicable). If the weather does not cooperate, we will make sure we are staffed to produce and deliver the product indoors.
1. Fill out the form at CAROUSELS.COM/FUNDRAISER/BRADENTON-CHRISTIAN2020
2. All orders are in advance. If your child is absent that day, we will donate their treat to a staff member. 3. Any additional "day of" sales from the family/customers will go to supporting this fundraiser.
Questions? Contact Melanie Rosen, 941-792-5454 x205, [email protected] Presented by
Carousels.com/Carousels-Cares Narwally
NEXT STEP Sign Up!
Carousel’s will be at Preschool between 11:15 am & noon
DID YOU KNOW? Bradenton Christian School is a partner and member of the Barnabas Foundation. When
working with the Barnabas Foundation, you have the assurance that a Christian, professional,
trustworthy partner can help you experience the joy of living generously. Barnabas Foundation
provides services at no cost for BCS parents, grandparents, and staff who want to express their
gratitude to God for the blessings in their lives. To learn more about their great services, go to
www.barnabasfoundation.com or contact our Attorney representative, Steve Baker at
[email protected]. Also feel free to ask Heidi Sikkema any questions at
941-792-5454 x 160 or [email protected].
NOVEMBER 13, 2020 BCS Celebrates 60 Years, Grand Opening, and Gala Events. Bradenton Christian School has so much to be thankful for and to celebrate. On November 13, 2020, BCS will hold events that will Celebrate our 60th year anniversary as a school AND celebrate the grand opening of our new complex and fields. Please save the date and get ready for some celebrating!
BCS BUILDING AND FIELDS UPDATE
We are almost there! After our pledges come in, we have only $62,525 to raise to fulfill our
$2 Million commitment. Please go to www.buildingbcs.com to see the details and how you can get
involved. Every gift will be matched and will be a huge blessing for our school. Reaching our goal
will get us into our new cafeteria, classroom, and athletic complex debt free. Contact Heidi Sikkema
for more details at [email protected] or 941-792-5454 x 160.
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Sept. 15-16 Elementary Pictures
Sept. 21 Freshman/Parent Workshop
Sept. 21 Senior/Parent Workshop
Oct. 2 No School
Oct. 5 Family Society Meeting
Oct. 6 NHS Induction Ceremony
Oct. 8 End of 1st Quarter
Oct. 9 Teacher Record Day (No School)
Oct. 14 PSAT
THANK YOU Panther Press Sponsors Upcoming Events!
If you would like to advertise in the Panther Press, please contact Cindy Miller at
[email protected] or 792-5454 ext. 112
Marcus & Company Realty Buy • Sell • Guaranteed Results 2424 Manatee Ave. W. #210
Bradenton, FL 34205 941-932-8550
www.soldbymarcus.com [email protected]
Ponto’s Auto Body Collision Repairs
904 27th Avenue W. Bradenton, FL 34205
941-747-1372 www.Pontosauto.com
Thank YOU Panther Press Sponsors!
Little Town Smiles PLLC Pediatric Dentistry
Dr. LoanAnh Bui, DDS 8936 77th Terrace E., Suite 105
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202 941-210-4399
www.littletownsmiles.com
If you are interested in being a Panther Press Sponsor, please
contact Cindy Miller at ext. 112 or
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Own a Piece of BCS History With a contribution of $100 or more you will own a piece of
BCS Panthers history.
Your piece of the old Panther Den flooring will measure approximately 6” x 8” with finished edges.
The piece will come with Panther Den 1977-2020 and logo as pictured below. **If you would like to personalize the piece, please fill in form below:
Place your order by October 1, 2020. Please fill out this form and enclose your $100 to: Bradenton Christian School
Attn: Heidi Sikkema 3304 34th Street West Bradenton, FL 34209
If you would like to make a donation for an unfinished piece or a larger piece of gym flooring, please contact Heidi Sikkema at 941-792-5454 x 160 or [email protected].
Name:___________________________________________________________________________________________
Address:__________________________________________________________________________________________
Mobile:___________________________________________________________________________________________
Email:___________________________________________________________________________________________
**Optional Inscription:______________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Bradenton Christian School
“BRICKS OF HONOR” Order Form
Contact: Heidi Sikkema 941-792-5454 x 160 or
With a contribution of $150 or more to Bradenton Christian School, one 4” x 8” brick will be placed in
honor of your family, student, teacher, loved one, etc… in our “BRICKS OF HONOR” garden in front of
the secondary school.
Each brick will accommodate three lines of engraving with up to 13 characters per line,
including spaces
Engraving will be done in black and all letters are capitalized
All verbiage will be centered on the brick
Please write your inscription below.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
Name:___________________________________________________________________________________________
Address:__________________________________________________________________________________________
Phone:___________________________________________________________________________________________
Email:___________________________________________________________________________________________
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The Plumbing Connection Flowing in the Right Direction
Blake Pevy P. O. Box 20188
Bradenton, FL 34204 941-747-2727
www.theplumbingconnection.biz [email protected]
DuWet, Inc. Pool Construction
3251 81st Court E. Bradenton, FL 34211
941-744-9290 www.duwetpools.com
Bayview Dental 1906 59th Street W., #C Bradenton, FL 34209
941-792-8288 www.bayviewdental.com
Tampa Bay Jaw & Facial Surgery 3914 9th Avenue W., Bradenton
941-747-5597 www.tbjafs.com
Extractions, Wisdom Teeth Removal and Dental Implants
ALUMNI NEWS
Sending out a big Panther congratulations to Joshua Clark (Class of 2012) who married Nicki Payne on August 8, 2020. Josh is a 2016 graduate of Dartmouth College and is employed by Alta Equipment Company. Nicki is a 2016 graduate of Florida Gulf Coast University and is the operations manager at the Wertz Group Real Estate. The couple now reside in Wesley Chapel, Florida.