November 28, 2007

To Christian Parents
John Juern
Narcissism

In Greek mythology Narcissus was a handsome young man pursued by many young women. Because he rejected all their advances, he angered the gods. They decided he needed to be punished. His punishment was to fall in love with his image in a reflecting pool and thus never attain his heart’s desire. The story is a myth, but narcissism- loving oneself above all else- lives on.

Narcissism comes naturally; it’s part of our sinful, human nature. We are told in Genesis 8 that "every inclination of his [man’s] heart is evil from childhood." Narcissism occurs in young children when they can only think of their own needs. With Christian training a child learns to see Jesus as the most important person in life. A child also learns how caring about others and being sensitive to their needs can show love for Jesus.

Some children continue to be very narcissistic and may even continue that lifestyle into adulthood. They brag about their abilities and believe their accomplishments are greater than others’. They lack compassion and find it difficult to put the welfare of others above their own. Their thinking can be summarized in the words "I am better than you are- I am #1."

Paul addressed narcissism when he wrote, "Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought" (Romans 12:3).

Mission Project
The mission project for the first semester of this school year is the ELS mission effort to support Christian schools in the Amazon of Peru. The money will be used to support our missionaries and teachers spreading the Gospel in the cities and rainforests of Peru. Please set aside an offering for your child to bring. This offering is collected during our weekly chapel services.

11/21-> $29.08
Total-> $475.21

Hot Lunch
Orders are taken on Mondays.
Tues.-> pizza from Rocky Rococo $2.25/slice
Wed.-> hard or soft shell beef tacos from Taco Bell $1.00 each
Thurs.-> Subs from Milio’s [Turkey or Ham ] $1.50
Sub Meal [includes an orange and a cookie] $2.50
Fri.-> Chicken Strips 3/$1.50
Chicken Strip Meal [includes string cheese and applesauce] $2.50

Winter Sports Practice Schedule
Boys’ A [gr. 7-8] Basketball- Mondays 3:00-4:15 and Wednesdays 4:15-5:30
Boys’ B [gr. 5-6] Basketball- Mondays 4:15-5:30 and Wednesdays 3:00-4:15
Girls’ A [gr. 7-8] Basketball- Tuesdays 3:00-4:15 and Thursdays 4:15-5:30
Girls’ B [gr. 5-6] Basketball- Tuesdays 4:15-5:30 and Thursdays 3:00-4:15
Cheerleaders A [gr. 7-8] Tuesdays 4:15-5:30
Cheerleaders B [gr. 5-6] Tuesdays 3:00-4:15
First Game- December 14

GradeKeeper
GradeKeeper is the teachers’ online grade book and is available for students in gr. 3-8. Please check your student’s progress regularly. Login IDs are available from your child’s teacher.

Mid-Quarter Reports
Mid term reports for the second quarter will be sent home with the students today.

Upcoming Events
11/28-> Mid-Quarter Report #2
11/29-> Madrigals from Stoughton High School- 1:00
12/7-> 11:20 dismissal- Teacher Inservice 1:00- ASC 11:20-5:30
12/9-> Jr. Choir sings- both
12/11-> Christmas Concert 6:30
12/20-> Christmas Service of Songs and Readings -6:30 gr. PreK3-8 sing
12/21-> Christmas Luncheon - 12:00 dismissal- No ASC
12/22-1/2-> Christmas Break
1/3-> School Resumes

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