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ALL District Honors Awarded to 4 Eagles! Three sophomores and a junior from our High School Girls Basketball Team were recognized for their accomplishments. >>> First Team / All District: #24 Kayla Baker, sophomore AND #44 Bailey Maddox, sophomore >>> Honorable Mention / All District: #14 Kendall Lewis, sophomore AND #25 Natalie Irwin, junior. Congratulations to the Lady Eagles, Coach Wood, and Coach Page.
NCS High School Students took the lead
THE EAGLES HAVE LANDED--on the pulpit. NCS High School Students took the lead in the last MS and HS Chapels of the school year. Each one, along with Mr Tipps, shared a short-message that challenged and encouraged the student body for the summer. Click here to see these leaders in action and to learn more.
READ THIS. You'll want to go back to school!

Yoga? Acoustic guitar? Sign language? Spanish songs? Funky tales? S'mores? What is going on in Elementary School? Camp Learn-a-lot--the name says it all! Read all about it and YOU will want to go back to elementary school. "Camp Learn A- Lot" is a culminating event that reinforces the various skills and problem-solving concepts that have been taught throughout the year. A very popular part of Camp Learn-a-lot is when guest counselors come in to share their knowledge and talents with the students. Click here and learn more about this amazing camp and those who help to make it so.
8 NCS Students Awarded Academic Scholarships

8 NCS Students have been Awarded Academic Scholarships from their School of Choice. On Friday morning May 4th, family, faculty, administration and friends were present to celebrate the following NCS students and recognize their achievements: >>> Scholarships from Berry College - Carly Overbay, Sarah Kendall, Anna Abbott and Maciel Smith >>> Scholarships from Lipscomb University - Jeremy Burch, Michael Borgmann, Becca Delashmitt and Megan Peters. Congratulations Eagles!
Another Eagle "cited" soaring above Nashville.

On May 2nd NCS Senior Anna Abbott received the George H. Cate, Jr. Honor Key Award. Anna is one of 10 High School seniors from Davidson County recognized for exemplary scholarship and citizenship by the Nashville City Civitan Club. Awesome!
Candle Passing Ceremony is still a glow

Check out some close moments shared by the Juniors and Seniors at the NCS Candle Passing Ceremony on May 11, 2012. Click here. The candle passing ceremony represents the passing of the torch of leadership from the outgoing senior class to the rising seniors. Our prayer as is the light within our graduating seniors be continually shared with all they encounter: "...let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven" - Matthew 5:16
NCS Thespians Recognized

Cheatham County Community Theater recognizes NCS thespians. Congratulations to the following NCS students/faculty who were selected through auditions to participate in the Cheatham County Community Theater's summer production of Snow White: Anna Jones, Hope McWright, Jack Forte, Bailey Forte, Hendrick Shelton and Mrs. McWright. Mrs. Trisha McWright will be playing the title role as Snow White!
Thanking those who shape our children.
The Spirit was Mov'n and Shak'n

On May 3rd the spirit was moving and shaking throughout NCS. So much so that it spread out over Nashville in the form of students, teachers and staff. Click here and see The Kathy Overbay Service Day Video. Witness -- or better yet -- be witnessed to by our very own NCS students as they worked and served the hungry, nursing homes, rescue shelters, safe havens, children's ministries and more throughout our community -- all the while honoring a life that demonstrates prayer and dedication -- Kathy Overbay.
Students on the Sly or Magnum PI?
NCS, senior students were given a mock crime scene and asked to develop an analysis describing what they think might have occurred. They were to treat the evidence as if they were the first detectives at the scene. Click here to SEE the scene of the crime.
Students, Faculty, Staff, & Families Reach Goal

NCS Students Help Raise $4000 to Support an Impoverished School in Africa. Thanks to all of the hard work and financial support from students, faculty, staff, and families--Jonyo Secondary School in Kenya will have access to clean water. Click here to learn more about this incredible gift and its beneficiary.
APPRECIATION

Don't Miss Nashville Christian School Teacher Appreciation Week
NCS 7-8th Grade Washington Trip

Eagles Sighted in Nation's Capital. Click here and see some pics from the 7-8th Grade Washington Trip: Arlington national Cemetery, Iwo Jima Memorial, Air Force memorial, Pentagon 911 Memorial, Jefferson Mem, FDR Mem., MLK Jr. Mem all in one day?whew!. Keep the leader's in your prayers :-)
Here's a puzzler:

Is the Booster Club ALL about SPORTS? (Answer: No). The NCS Booster Club also makes donations to Elementary Classrooms. A donation is given to classes that work concessions for home basketball or football games. The class earns a certain dollar amount and it is put into their classroom account for the teacher to buy needed supplies. This organization is a collaboration of MANY families, alumni, and community partners that work (and play) together for a COMMON PURPOSE: to support our school. When you put it all together you get the NCS Booster Club. Click here to learn more.
NCS Planning Tools
Have you thought about a summer camp for your student(s)? Think Nashville Christian School. Ramp up your child's summer with Nashville Christian School's fun-filled, action-packed, skill- building summer camps. Choose from 18 different programs ranging from All-day Activity Camps to Athletic Training Camps, from Life Skills Building Camps to Fine Tune Your Fine Artist Camp. We have something for everyone. Click here to learn more.
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS for NCS Entertainers and Rock Band will be held May 14, 15, and 16. Contact Joey Boone for more information. boonej@nashvillechristian.org
6th Grade Track Athletes Make their Mark

6th Grade Track Athletes Make their Mark at Championship Meet. April 28 RESULTS from 6th grade CHAMPIONSHIP at Harpeth Hall: >>> Robby Wyatt - 4th in the 400m. >>> Xavier Myers - 7th in the 50m and the 100m. >>> Lainey Hayden - 3rd in the 100m, 5th in the 400m, and 2nd in the 200m. >>> Coaches Comments: Robby Wyatt overcame recent stomach surgery to grind out a 4th place finish in a very competitive event. We are very proud of our first ever NCS elementary track team. They all have represented our school very well. Great job Eagles!
Hayden Mueller Signs Scholarship to Play Football

On Friday, April 27 - Hayden Mueller officially signed to play college football for Faulkner University. Congratulations Hayden! "A well deserved honor," commented Coach Jeff Brothers, "that reflects his work ethic, his leadership, and his commitment to team. Hayden was an inspiration to our coaching staff as well as to his teammates."
MS Track Team Brings Home the Hardware

NCS MS Track Team Battles the Big Schools and Brings Home the Hardware. >>> Coache's Comments: Our boys team placed fifth overall in the meet with 48 points. This is especially impressive in that they competed against larger schools with established programs. Daniel Bituli is our first ever HVAC champion. Lainey Hayden, a 6th grader competing in the 100m hurdles, a predominantly 8th grade event, PLACED 8th. AWESOME job team. >>> CLICK HERE to see all of the results from the May 4th HVAC CHAMPIONSHIP MEET.
Music Man Makes Good
Congratulations to Joey Boone for graduating from Trevecca Nazarene University last week with a Bachelors Degree in Management & Human Relations.
NEW SCHOOL RECORDS for HS Boys Relay Teams

May 4th RESULTS from the Harper Relays at BA: >>> Congratulations to the boys 4x100m relay(45.25*) and 4x200m relay(1:33.8*)?*NEW School Records. Great job Phillip Booker, Emajii Graves, Taylor Shelton, & David Hill.
Old West and Cowpokes?

What does the Old West and Cowpokes have to do with the NCS Early Childhood Learning Center and its Curriculum? Well, mosey on up to our website (click here) and find out AND see some Way Cool Cowpoke Pix.
We Couldn't Keep this Under Wraps:
As was revealed early yesterday morning, Thursday, May 3, 2012, the First Annual Day of Prayer and Service was officially christened The Kathy Overbay Service Day to celebrate the person and the teacher who has served our school since its inception while demonstrating, to all who have known her, a life of prayer & dedication >>> Kathy Overbay embodies the steadfast spirit that inspires our students to realize and pursue their full potential --spiritually, intellectually, physically, and socially --while learning to be secure in their relationship with God.
Solve this puzzle:

Who is funding an annual $1000.00 college scholarship for a female and a male Nashville Christian School student/athlete? Answer: The NCS Booster Club. This vital organization is a collaboration of MANY families, alumni, and community partners that work (and play) together for a COMMON PURPOSE: to support NCS Athletics. Join the Club today and watch the power of numbers work for our school. Click here to learn more about the NCS Booster Club.
How Americans Responded To Pearl Harbor/Part 1

Mr. Barnett's Classes researched and reenacted America's response to the bombing of Pearl Harbor. In preparation for production of the 2 videos, students saw an actual government commercial calling upon all Americans to avenge the Dec. 7th atrocity by buying bonds. >>> 1st Video: PORTRAITS OF FEAR, SADNESS & RAGE FROM PEARL HARBOR was produced by Mr. Barnett's 5A Class. Their subject: Portraying Americans' first reaction to Pearl Harbor. The 5A class did a spooky, scary reaction to the bombing of Pearl Harbor. This presentation captured America's fear of being attacked at home. >>> CLICK HERE to see the video
How Americans Responded To Pearl Harbor/Part 2

>>> 2nd Video: PORTRAITS OF COURAGE FROM PEARL HARBOR was produced by Mr. Barnett's 5B Class. Their Subject: Rendering America's second reaction to the bombing of Pearl Harbor. In this video they illustrated how America responded with courage and bravery. >>> CLICK HERE to see the video.
It's almost Summer.

Thinking about a Summer Camp???
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NCS Spring Sports are All a Twitter.
Do you know who is running this year?
Jimmy Wayne Passes on his Passion to Students
Jimmy Wayne, artist, musician, and author, spoke to the High School Small Groups this past Monday afternoon about his passion for at-risk youths. He shared a moving story about his own experience and the people who changed the course of his life. Jimmy challenged our students to find something they are passionate about, embrace it, and make a difference in the world. He emphasized the power within each of us to touch and affect another person's life. Click here to learn more about Jimmy and his time at NCS.
Congratulations to Jeff Brothers!

Nashville Christian School's Athletic Director Jeff Brothers was recently recognized by Roger Goodell, NFL Commissioner, as a nominee for the 2011 Don Shula HIgh School Coach of the Year Award. Golden Tate of the Seattle Seahawks nominated Coach Brothers in recognition of the integrity, achievement, and leadership he shares with Don Shula, the winningest coach in NFL history.
FLASHBACK!

Take a moment or two and look over some incredible photos of our most recent NCS Performing Arts Stage Productions. These unpublished photos, compliments of Diane Boone, celebrate the multitude of talent that walks the hallways of Nashville Christian School. Click here to go there: The Aristocats / Tom Sawyer / Into the Woods / School House Rocks
Team Rosters and Schedules for Softball and Track
Team Rosters and Schedules for Softball and Track are available on our website. Modifications have been made for easier navigation, downloading, and printing. Some browsers may be slower than others after the document pops up. For Team Rosters click here. For Schedules click here.
Befriend Nashville Christian.

Did you know that Nashville Christian School is on Facebook? We update it every week with news about students and their accomplishments, athletics, recent and upcoming events, closing updates, and more. Be a friend--click here and go there.
Register for NCS 2012 SUMMER CAMPS
Ramp up your child's summer with Nashville Christian School's fun-filled, action-packed, skill-building summer camps. Choose from 18 different programs ranging from All-day Activity Camps to Athletic Training Camps, from Life Skills Building Camps to Fine Tune Your Fine Artist Camp. We have something for everyone. Our summer camps are designed and structured to foster relationships, skills and life-forming experiences--critical ingredients for our youth today. Our camp directors are experienced and recognized educators--guided by their Christian faith and specially trained in their field of study. They are men and women that you want your child to be around. Click here to learn more, see our brochure, and to get a registration form.
Eagles' Wings Society impacts lives of students

Eagles' Wings is an association of parents, grandparents, alumni, corporate neighbors and partners who recognize NCS as a quality educational program that impacts their lives and community--and choose to support it financially. We have posted the Eagles' Wings Society on our website. Please click here to go there. Join us in recognizing and celebrating the individuals and institutions that are helping us achieve our mission and our vision.
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