WEEKLY CAMPUS ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR March 28 – April 1

By Julian Castro, writer

The Feather brings its readers weekly FC campus announcements published the first day of each week. This week coverage is from March 28 – April 1, 2016.

Campus administration is looking for an elementary girls volleyball coach. If interested, contact Jon Penberthy or at the school, 559-299-1695, ext 108.

As the sports schedule gets underway, consider supporting JH and HS athletes at our home games. The week’s athletic events are listed in the weekly announcements below.

Sports Events the Week of 3/28 – 4/1

Tuesday

HS varsity boys golf vs Yosemite HS at Riverside GC, 3 p.m.

HS varsity boys baseball at Mendota HS, 4 p.m. Dismissal at lunch.

HS varsity boys tennis vs Coalinga HS, 4 p.m. Dismissal at 2:45 p.m.

HS varsity girls softball at Tranquility, 4 p.m. Dismissal TBA

Wednesday

HS varsity track at Fowler HS 4 p.m. Dismissal at 2:10 p.m.

Thursday

HS varsity boys tennis vs Caruthers HS, 4 p.m. No early dismissal

HS varsity boys baseball vs Parlier HS, 4 p.m. No early dismissal

Friday

HS varsity track in West Coast Relays, 2 p.m. Select athletes only.

T.E.A. Talks

A new group called TEA Talks has formed on campus and is lead by juniors Hannah Nale and Jennifer King. It is open to all HS girls and is meant to build friendships in Christ while encouraging others and learning about the Word.

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Academy of Art University

A college representitive from the Academy of Art University will be in room 625 6th and 7th period, Tues. March 29. Juniors and Seniors interested should attend to learn more about this college. Teacher permission is required to attend.

Spring Formal

Fresno Christian’s Spring Formal, formally known as NOTS, will be held a Wolf Lakes, April 2, 2016. The theme this year will be set in the Roaring 20’s and tickets will be available starting Feb. 29-March 11 $65. After March 11 prices will be $70. More information will be available soon.

ASVAB

The ASVAB Career Exploration test will take place on Thursday March 31 from 8:30am-12pm in the JJ Room. If you are a 10th, 11th, or 12th grader contact Michelle Warkentin for more details.

Econ Fair

Civics and Economics students will be hosting an Econ Fair at lunch, Thurs. March 31. Student made products will be for sale at the fair as well as food also made by the students.

Feather Travels to NYC for CSPA Conference

The Feather Online returned from New York City after competing in the 92nd annual Columbia Scholastic Press Association journalism convention at Columbia University. Six high school newspapers in the country were awarded a CSPA Digital Newspaper Gold Crown. The Feather Online was one of three winners in California of the award.

Writing Club

The club provides a space at school for students to explore interests in creative writing. For more information, contact the club supervisor Kyle Dodson.

Break the Barriers

FC is looking for students to volunteer for Break the Barriers on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Volunteer work will count for hours toward CSF.

College Trip

The annual college trip has been scheduled for April 4-5. The trip will include visits to Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, Westmont and UC Santa Barbara.

Juniors

The next ACT test is on April 9, the registration deadline is March 4. You can still register  for the test’s late registration with a fee at www.actstudent.org.

Seniors

Seniors who have applied to a local SCCCD community college must complete their online orientation as soon as possible. If you have any questions please contact Michelle Warkentin.

Local Cash for College Workshops are also being held now where you can receive help completing the application http://www.csac.ca.gov/ccfc.asp.

ESL help for International Students

Tamara Hill will be available in the library on Mondays and Tuesdays from 3-4 p.m. for ESL support for our international students. Any questions can be directed to Hill.

ON Campus Lunch Menu

JH/HS Leadership will offer lunch throughout the year on Thursday and Friday.

March

31 – Teriyaki Don

April

1 – Pizza

7 – Taco Bell

14 – Chick-fil-A

15 – Pizza

21 – Teriyaki Don

28 – Taco Bell

For last week’s announcements, read: FC campus announcements, March 14 – March 18, 2016

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UPCOMING EVENTS:

MARCH

21-28 – Easter Break

April

2 – Spring Formal

4-5 – College Trip

May

18-20 Senior Trip

26 – Graduation