Spiritual Emphasis Week Chapels

On Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday during Spiritual Emphasis Week, we’ll have Chapel every day, with Darwin Benjamin as the featured speaker.

He brings a testimony of hope, change, and love that comes from the personal relationship we have in Jesus. He came for one day last year, and we liked him so much that we invited him back for three days this year.

Worship will be led by guest musician Amy Gottlieb and her band, who also did a great job last year.

Freshmen through seniors will meet at the same time, instead of being split into two Chapel periods.

You can visit Darwin Benjamin’s website at www.truthministries.us. Hear a sample of Amy Gottleib’s music on YouTube.

"To Save a Life" Movie August 20

On Friday night, all high school students are invited to campus to watch the movie “To Save a Life” from 7:30-9:30pm.

This movie asks the question, “What is my life going to be about?” and covers some of the tough issues that high school students have to deal with.

We’ll have a huge screen and chairs set up outside next to the volleyball court, so dress warm and bring a blanket. Popcorn, sodas, and snacks will be on sale.

The movie is appropriate for audiences who are high school age or older, and parents are welcome.

You can see a preview of “To Save a Life” on YouTube

Senior Retreat on August 20

On Friday, August 20, seniors will go on the Senior Retreat from 8:30am to 1:40pm at Green Valley Christian Center.

Tom and Robin Van Kampen will be there to talk with students about how they can make a difference during their senior year. At the Champion Center church in Las Vegas where the Van Kampens serve, they’ve committed themselves to leadership development to transform the world.

You can visit the Champion Center website at www.championcenterlv.com.
The senior retreat will be a great time to build relationships, and even includes a free tri-tip lunch.

Back to School Night is August 31

Walk in your student's shoes at Back to School night on August 31. At 7:00pm, right after the ASB barbeque, parents will check in at the high school gym for a quick welcome.

From there, until 9:00pm, you’ll follow your student’s schedule, going from class to class for a 10 minute presentation from each teacher.

We’ll have some ASB students outside to help you find your classrooms.

Because of the short periods, teachers won’t be able to answer your specific questions relating to your student that night, but you’ll have a chance to discuss these in depth at the Parent-Teacher Conferences in October.

After the last bell rings at 9:00pm, school is out, and all the teachers will head home to get a good night’s sleep before school starts bright and early in the morning.

BBQ Dinner Before Back to School Night on August 31

Parents and teachers are invited to come to Back to School Night a little early on Tuesday, August 31, and enjoy a tasty barbeque dinner outside the entrance to the high school gym, sponsored by the ASB.

Dinner will be from 5:00 to 6:30pm, and will cost just $6 for burgers, chips, drink, and dessert.

After dinner, you’ll be ready to follow your student’s schedule and meet our great teachers and parents.

Student athletes who are on campus after practice are welcome to come.

The funds raised will support ASB activities throughout the year.

Varsity Cheerleaders Sweep Cheer Camp Awards

At the Summer Cheer Camp hosted by the National Cheerleaders Association at UCSC on July 31-August 3, our MVCS Varsity Cheerleaders swept nearly all the trophies. MVCS was the most decorated squad at the camp.

The squad included seniors Ashlyn Callison, Ashley Jones, and Dominique Roy; juniors Alex Aldridge, Paige Williams, Sara Reichel, Cassidy Pahl, and Sabrina Rose; sophomores Hayley Peterson, Juliana Hennig; and freshman Jordan Souza. Two other seniors on the Varsity Squad, Soo Jin Hwang and Catherine Yang, were not in attendance.

In addition to the awards earned by the team, Coach Estee Martin was awarded the Herkie Award for Coaches, for the one coach exhibiting overall unity, spirit, and leadership in coaching. During camp, Coach also passed the test to be a certified coach through the National Cheerleading Association (NCA).

“To those who’ve watched Coach Martin coach, this was no surprise, and clearly was based on Coach Martin’s love for God, her excellent coaching ability, her great big heart, and her love for these girls,” said Sheila Peterson, a mom who was there to support the team.

In addition to Spirit Sticks and Ribbons earned during the week, our Varsity Cheer Squad was also awarded: (1) the HERKIE TEAM PLAQUE, awarded to the one cheer squad that shows true team spirit, unity, and leadership throughout camp week; (2) the CHAMPION CHANT TROPHY, and (3) the GAME TIME TOP TEAM TROPHY, both presented for the cheer squad’s ability to motivate the crowd with their chants at game time; and (4) the MOTION AWARD, presented to the Cheer Squad with the most precise, sharp, and exact movements, and stunts.
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The most prestigious award given at camp, however, is (5) the NCA SPIRIT AWARD MEGAPHONE. This award is voted on by all the cheer squads present at camp, and is awarded to the squad who has added the most spirit to the camp during the entire week. Not surprisingly, the MVCS Mustangs Varsity Cheer Team was presented with the NCA SPIRIT MEGAPHONE, for the second year in a row, which is a great tribute to the ability of the girls to befriend, assist, and give to others, even when competing against them for top honors.

We’re proud of our 2010-2011 Varsity Cheer Squad, as they have exhibited their motto “One Team, One Dream,” and will continue to “Cheer from the Heart” in the upcoming school year.

--As reported by Mrs. Sheila Peterson

Middle School Information Letter 8/13/10

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