HGCS High School Student Announcements: December 7, 2016 Announcements

Hickory Grove Christian School

High School Announcements

December 7, 2016

Mission: “To equip students to serve God in the 21st century by providing an excellent academic program founded upon a biblical worldview."

Vision: “To know Christ and to make Him known through Christian education."

The Birth of Jesus

In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. (This was the first census that took place while Quirinius was governor of Syria). And everyone went to his own town to register. So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem, the town of David, because he belonged to the house and line of David. He went there to register with Mary, who was pledged to be married to him and was expecting a child. While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger because there was no room for them in the inn. And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David, a Savior has been born to you, he is Christ the Lord.

Luke 2:1-4, 5-8, 9, 10,11

YOU NEED TO KNOW:

Students,

The International Student Program, Mrs. Smith, Mr. Lineberger and Mr. Hutchinson would like to invite you to join us to Cultural Exchange, which is held on the first Wednesday of every month during 2nd SMART lunch in Mr. Hutchinson's room. During this time we will learn about the different cultures, worldviews and religious beliefs of many of our international students and their native countries, as well as have the opportunity for our international students to learn more about our American culture.

We hope to see you there!

Seniors going to the Dominican:

Meeting with Mrs. Royal, Dec 14th in the basement during 1st lunch

EXAM SCHEDULE

Monday 12/19/16	First Block Exam	7:45-9:45
Monday 12/19/16	Second Block Exam	10:00-12:00
Tuesday 12/20/16	Thirst Block Exam	7:45-9:45
Tuesday 12/20/16	Fourth Block Exam	10:00-12:00

Bus will run to North campus at 12:00. There will be not after school study hall. All students must be off campus by 12:15 unless they are under the direct supervision of a teacher or coach

12/8 Schedule: No SMART lunch

First Block	7:45-9:15
Second Block	9:20-10:50
Third Block	10:55-12:20
Lunch	12:25-12:55
Fourth Block	1:00-2:30

Yearbook

Please complete this High School Yearbook Survey before Thursday.

On December 9th in conjunction with sweater night at the basketball game, you may also wear sweaters to school that day.

You must be scanning in for a SMART lunch everyday.

Muffins and Starbucks Mocha Frappucino and House Blend Coffee are on sale downstairs every morning in the basement!

Coffee and cup with lid $2

Coffee only (bring your own cup) $1

Mocha Frappucino $2

Muffins $1

Fruit Snacks $1

Popcorn $1

Oatmeal Creme Pies $1

Chromebooks: If you have any issues with your Chromebook please email the IT department at chromebooks@hgchristian.org

Charging Station: Is available in the high school office.

First use no consequence
Second use lunch detention assigned
Third use lunch detention assigned
Fourth and above after school detention assigned
Consistently forgetting to bring chromebook fully charged to school may result in more severe consequences.

Clubs:

The International Culture Club will present a program on South Africa put on by our very own Khanya Thunyiswa. This will be on Dec. 13 (Tues.) 2nd lunch in Mrs. Smith's room. Enjoy learning about a new culture from a very interesting student speaker, and taste test some African food.

Venture Club Announcement:

Slide on down to the Uptown WBT Holiday on Ice rink Friday, Dec. 16.

For the 3rd year the VC will be ice skating in Uptown Charlotte on Dec. 16. Pick up a flyer from Mrs. McFarland's door, and sign-up along with your 2.00 bus payment to reserve your spot. (DEADLINE by Dec. 13, Tuesday). All WELCOME!!!

Debate club is meeting every other Wednesday during first lunch in Mrs. Robertson's room in the basement

GUIDANCE OFFICE

STAY CONNECTED to the High School Guidance Office to receive important info about planning for college, taking the SAT or ACT, and celebrating with your classmates when they get accepted to a college or University!

Follow the Guidance Office on Twitter @hgguidance
http://hgguidance.blogspot.com/

SENIORS - Don’t forget to request transcripts as soon as you apply to a college! You can request a transcript easily by using this link:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc-vLtLwO-JvOjwkG3ubGhFsrscvbZV3lGhzcHdQLppLACYBQ/viewform

ATHLETICS

Results for Tuesday, December 6, 2016:

MS Girls' Basketball: Lions-29, Gaston Christian-24

Varsity Women's Basketball: Lions-56, Charlotte Christian-34

MS Boys' Basketball: Lions-38, Gaston Christian-24

JV Boys' Basketball: Lions-41, Charlotte Christian-55

Varsity Men's Basketball: Lions-47, Charlotte Christian-71

The Athletic Department is hosting a Wrestling Camp over Christmas break.

Wrestling Camp

December 27-29, 8:30am-1:00pm, HGBC Family Life Center

Open to boys ages 8-18 (must be HGCS students or HGBC church members).

Cost: Free! (includes lunch and a t-shirt)

Wrestling Camp Coaches: Brian Davis (HGCS teacher), Jordan Rinaldi (professional mixed martial artist), Joseph Rinaldi, Ron King

Visit hgchristian.org/athletics/athletic-camps for more information and online registration.

Christmas Sweater Night at Home Basketball Games

Our JV and Varsity basketball teams will play at home on Friday, December 9 against Cannon School at 4:00, 5:30, and 7:00pm. The theme for the night is "Christmas Sweater Night." Students who Christmas sweaters/apparel to the game will be admitted for just $1. Regular admission is $3 for the JV game and $5 for the Varsity games. GO LIONS!