January-23-2012

General News

Re-enrollment

2012‐2013 Re‐enrollment for current students began on Friday, January 13th and will run through January 31st. Open enrollment for new students will begin after that date with priority given to Orangewood Presbyterian Church members and siblings of current students.

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Orangewood Movie Night

Kids of all ages will enjoy a family-friendly night out on Saturday, February 4th, as Orangewood church and school present a free “Movies and Popcorn on the Lawn” event at 7:00 PM featuring Kung Fu Panda 2.  Music and cartoons begin at 6:30 PM.

Everyone is invited to bring chairs and blankets to enjoy an evening at the movies! Admission, popcorn and parking are free. Concessions available for purchase.

For more information visit www.orangewoodmovienight.com.

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OCS Annual Auction Gala

Friday, March 9, 2012 - PTF is excited to be planning our annual auction gala. This event would not be a success without the help of our OCS friends and families. There are many ways in which you can be involved. You could volunteer your time and talents, donate or solicit an item for our auction, and most of all attend the gala. This is special time to get to know other OCS families and have a wonderful night out with dinner, dancing, and maybe get yourself a great deal on an auction item. See attached letter and let us know how you would like to be involved.

Gala/Auction Volunteer Form (17 KB)

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Athletic Booster Club

Please see the link below to join our Athletic Booster Club and support Orangewood athletics.  For more information contact Sue Lowrey at slowrey@cfl.rr.com or call  407-492-8918.  Go Rams!

Athletic Booster Membership Form 2011-2012 (145 KB)

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Commemorative Brick Paver Program

Create a permanent legacy for your child and your family by purchasing a brick paver.  These funds will be used to improve our athletic facilities.

Commemorative Brick Paver Order Form (60 KB)

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OCS Spirit Merchandise

Show your spirit! Purchase shirts, jackets, cups, etc. Use the form below to order merchandise.

OCS Spirit Merchandise Order Form 2011 (174 KB)

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Orangewood Presbyterian Church Upcoming Activities and Events

Touch A Truck - February 11 | 10:00 AM-2:00 PM

Plan now to attend Maitland Community Preschool’s Touch A Truck event at Orangewood. This unique, interactive community event held in a festival type atmosphere is where children can climb on, learn about, and explore all kinds of trucks. Admission is $5 or $20 per family (2 and under free). Concessions available. Visit www.orangewood.org/touchatruck.

Women's Bible Study

All women are invited to Bible studies which meet on Tuesdays. Join us either from 6:30-7:30 AM at Einstein's Bagels in Maitland, from 9:30-11:30 AM in Room 260 (childcare provided) or from 7:00-8:30 PM in Room 260. Our study this season is "Becoming a Woman of Beauty" by Dee Brestin, a study of 1, 2 and 3 John. Email Denise at denisehabicht@yahoo.com with questions, visit orangewood.org/womensministry, or just join us this week!

Sign Up Now for Student Summer Camps

Middle School Summer Camp - June 18-22 | Covenant College (Lookout Mountain, GA)

Join 1,000 other students just like you to have a crazy, fun-filled week focused on Jesus! Group games, sport tournaments, a talent show and more await you at The Edge Conference! Price: $450. Save $50 when registered by March 15. $100 non-refundable deposit due upon registration. Email sarahjane@ocministry.com.

High School Summer Camp - July 9-13 | Daytona Beach

Don't miss the Student Life conference this summer! With a theme like "Audacious" you know it's going to be bigger and bolder than ever! This week of fun, fellowship, worship and meeting Jesus in an amazing way is life-changing! Price: $450. Save $50 when registered by March 15. $100 non-refundable deposit due upon registration. Email sarahjane@ocministry.com.

High School Missions Trip- July 21-28 Acapulco Mexico

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News from the HIGH SCHOOL

Re-enrollment

2012‐2013 Re‐enrollment for current students began on Friday, January 13th and will run through January 31st. Open enrollment for new students will begin after that date with priority given to Orangewood Presbyterian Church members and siblings of current students.

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Congratulations National Honor Society Inductees

Membership in the National Honor Society is one of the highest honors that can be awarded to a high school student. It is both an honor and a responsibility. Members of this organization dedicate themselves to serve as role models and leaders in the school and in the community. Students who are selected excel in all the goal areas of scholarship, leadership, service and character. Congratulations to the following students who will be inducted into the National Honor Society on March 6 in a formal ceremony:

Kayla Bond	Rachel Turner	Daniel Ebert	Mariana Linares
Sarah Butler	Clint Vaughan	Kimberly Ferguson	Meredith Pughe
Sarah Buwalda	Caroline Cone	Derrik Hubbard	Jocelyn Chmielewski
Curtis McWilliams	Adrienne Czaplewski	Steven Kearney

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Chapel Speaker - Zane Black

Tuesday, January 31 - Zane Black is an evangelist from Colorado who is passionate about the new life and purpose that he has found with Jesus, and sharing it with teenagers across the nation. He currently works with Torchbearer International and also travels with an organization called Dare 2 Share, training and equipping students to share their faith with their friends. For more information, go to http://zaneblack.com/zaneblack/zane_black_home.html

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ACT and SAT Test Registration Deadlines

SAT
March 10 – deadline February 10
May 5 – deadline  April 6
June 2 – deadline May 8

ACT
February 11 - deadline January 13
April 14 – deadline March 9
June 9 – deadline May 4

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Lunch Information

OCS utilizes Kris D’s for our lunch program. Please send your lunch order forms directly to Kris D’s. Student lunch order forms can be accessed below or on ParentsWeb.

MS/HS Lunch Letter to Parents (59 KB)

MS/HS Lunch Order Form (204 KB)

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News from the MIDDLE SCHOOL

Re-enrollment

2012‐2013 Re‐enrollment for current students began on Friday, January 13th and will run through January 31st. Open enrollment for new students will begin after that date with priority given to Orangewood Presbyterian Church members and siblings of current students.

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MS Spelling Bee

Congratulations to our 2012 OCS Middle School Spelling Bee winner, Cameron Walls!  Hannah Groves was a close second and runner-up this year.  Cameron will represent our school at the 2012 Orange County Spelling Bee on March 9th.  Awesome job, Cameron! 

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8th Grade Moving Up Party and DVD

Save the date for Saturday, May 12th, from 7:00-10:00 PM at Alaqua Country Club. Start collecting 3-5 photos of your 8th grader to be used in the DVD. Please include a baby/toddler photo, an activity photo and a recent head shot photo. See attachments below for more specific information about party attire, dress code and the 8th grade DVD.

8th Grade Moving Up Party Dress Code (255 KB)

8th grade DVD information letter (234 KB)

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Lunch Information

OCS utilizes Kris D’s for our lunch program. Please send your lunch order forms directly to Kris D’s. Student lunch order forms can be accessed below or on ParentsWeb.

MS/HS Lunch Letter to Parents (59 KB)

MS/HS Lunch Order Form (204 KB)

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MS Lunch Volunteer Schedule for the Week of 1/23/12

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
C. Vaughan	D. Burkett	T. Lefever	D. Habicht	R. McGruder
V. Bowman	C. Morell	C. Del Fiol	K. Walker

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News from the LOWER SCHOOL

Re-enrollment

2012‐2013 Re‐enrollment for current students began on Friday, January 13th and will run through January 31st. Open enrollment for new students will begin after that date with priority given to Orangewood Presbyterian Church members and siblings of current students.

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Congratulations AR Party Winners!

See attached list. Party is being held on Wednesday, January 25 from 12:30-2:30 PM at the Greek Church Pavilion. There will be food, a Yogurt Bar, prizes and lots of fun. Congratulations!

AR Party Winners - Winter Party 2012 (86 KB)

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Grandparent's Day

Friday, February 17th - We’re so excited to once again host Grandparent’s Day here at Orangewood. It’s such a special day for us as we welcome in all those grandparent's who bless our lives so richly. Please see the attached invitation for more information.

Grandparents' Day Invitation 2012 (455 KB)

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Dress Down Day

Friday, February 3 -  Please read over the dress down day guidelines.

- Casual play clothes may be worn to school on dress down days.
- No tank tops, halter tops, camis or spaghetti straps. No midriffs showing.
- Athletic or closed shoes only for lower school students (sandals/backless shoes are not permitted).
- Shorts, skorts, skirts, and dresses must be longer than 4 inches above the middle of the knee.
- T-shirts or sweatshirts with appropriate writing or pictures are acceptable.
- Jeans are acceptable with no holes, rips or frays. Skirts, shorts, and pants must be hemmed.

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Winter Dress Code

Winter dress code reminder - Please label all jackets, sweatshirts and coats!
      ‐ Any solid color polartec fleece jacket, cardigan or pullover style sweater or sweatshirt from the store of  your choice.
      ‐ A collared shirt must be worn under all solid‐color sweater vests and sweaters.
      ‐ Jackets and Coats with appropriate writing or pictures from the store of your choice are acceptable for outside use. Only OCS logo or design is permitted on sweaters and sweatshirts.

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Enrichment Program

Enrollment for our spring enrichment program has begun. Please see the attachment for more information and to sign up.

Enrichment Program 2011-2012 (162 KB)

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After School Programs

Great news!  Beginning in January, we will be offering a variety of after school programs for the lower school.   Attached is a calendar listing all the confirmed dates for each activity.  Typically we will offer sessions that include 6 lessons and then start a second session.  Please contact the individual vendors if you have specific questions regarding the program.  All vendors have been fingerprinted.

After School Programs January 2012 (3187 KB)

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Lunch Information

OCS utilizes Kris D’s for our lunch program. Please send your lunch order forms directly to Kris D’s. Student lunch order forms can be accessed below or on ParentsWeb.

Lower School Lunch Menu January 3-January 27, 2012 (492 KB)

Lower School Lunch Menu January 30-February 24, 2012 (524 KB)

Lower School Lunch Order Form (54 KB)

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Parent Playground Duty Rotation Schedule for the Week of 1/23/12

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
M. Vallancourt	O. Van Dyke	S. Clark	J. Gonzalez	C. Ward
J. VandeStreek	J. Bennet	C. Duford	E. Gudino	A. Jenovese

Duty from 11:30-1:00 PM.

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