WEEKLY CAMPUS ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR FEB. 8 – FEB. 12

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 Feb. 8 – Feb.12, 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 2/8 – 2/12

Monday

HS varsity boys soccer at Parlier, 3:30 p.m.

HS varsity girls soccer at Parlier, 6:00 p.m.

Tuesday

HS varsity girls soccer at Parlier, 3:30 p.m. Dismissal at 1:45 p.m.

HS varsity boys soccer at Parlier, 3:30 p.m. Dismissal at 1:30 p.m.

HS varsity boys basketball at Parlier, 7:30 p.m. No early dismissal.

HS varsity girls basketball at Parlier, 6 p.m. No early dismissal.

JV boys basketball at Parlier at 4:30 p.m. Dismissal at 2:10 p.m.

Wednesday

JH boys baseball at Hamilton MS, 2:45 p.m. Dismissal at 1:30 p.m.

JH girls basketball vs Cooper MS at 3 p.m. Dismissal at 2:10 p.m.

Thursday

Sports pictures will take place in the FC gym for the following teams:

HS cheer dismissed at 12:30 p.m. to change and take pictures before soccer game.

HS girls soccer dismissed at 12:30 p.m. to change and take pictures before game.

JH girls basketball 2:05 p.m.

JH boys baseball 2:05 p.m.

HS girls basketball 2:05 p.m.

HS varsity girls soccer vs Caruthers on FC stadium field. Senior Night.

HS varsity boys soccer vs Caruthers on FC stadium field. Senior Night.

Friday

HS varsity boys basketball vs Caruthers at 7:30 p.m.

HS varsity girls basketball vs Caruthers at 6 p.m.

JV boys basketball vs Caruthers at 4:30 p.m. No early dismissal.

Saturday

HS cheer in FCC competition at Azusa Pacific University.

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. The next meeting will be during lunch, Feb. 10.

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Brother to Brother

Brother to brother will have an older brother training session at lunch, Feb. 9

Juniors taking the SAT

Juniors who are planning to take the SAT, March 5, must register online through College Board by the Feb. 5 deadline. Late registration still accepted. If you are interested in SAT/ACT prep courses, contact Michelle Warkentin.

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, price TBA. More information will be available soon.

Scholastic Journalism Week

For the week of Feb. 21-27, The Feather will be taking part in Scholastic Journalism Week. This week is for journalists to emphasize “The Stories We Tell” and the reason why journalism is important to high school students. The Feather is joining SJW to help show the importance of journalism because through the First Amendment, demonstrating how fortunate American citizens are to have the freedom of press

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.

Talent Show

FC will be having tryouts for a multi-school talent, the week of Feb. 1. See Robert Foshee or Vicky Belmont to inquire more information on tryouts. FC will be hosting the talent show during chapel Tue, Feb. 23. The other schools involved are Riverdale, Caruthers and Fowler.

Bellezza at the Fresno Prayer Breakfast

FC’s ladies ensemble will perform at the annual Fresno Prayer Breakfast hosted at the Fresno Convention center, Feb. 23. Nearly 1,500 guests will be in attendance including the mayor of Fresno, Ashley Swearengin. The breakfast will begin at 7 a.m. and tickets are $25.

Winter Festivus

Leadership is hosting a Winter Festivus at the Nale Barn located at 5840 N Biola Ave Friday, Feb. 19. It is from 5-10 p.m. and costs $20. There will be games, food, and a movie. For more information contact Robert Foshee or Vicky Belmont.

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.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) filing period is open from Jan. 1 – Mar. 2. This is an application for free financial assistance for college and also the application for The Middle-Class Scholarship. For more information about how to apply contact Michelle Warkentin or visit https://fafsa.ed.gov/

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.

February

11- Teriyaki Don

12- Pizza

18- Taco Bell

25- Chik-Fil-A

26-Pizza

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UPCOMING EVENTS:

FEBRUARY

6 – Ensemble Concert: Love Through the Ages

8 – Lincoln’s Birthday (no school)

15 – Washington’s Birthday (no school)

MARCH

11 – Third Quarter Ends

12 – FCS Auction

21-28 – Easter Break