DID YOU KNOW? ……One member of the class of 2012 was recognized as a National Merit Finalist in the 2011 National Merit Program.

HEADLINES:

Fulfilling the Promise debuts

Fulfilling the Promise:  A History of Middle Tennessee Christian School is now available to the public.  If you would like to have your very own copy, please contact the president’s office at 615-893-0602.  The cost is $25.

MTCS Memories Project

As MTCS celebrates its 50th anniversary, we have an opportunity to preserve the school’s story.  We invite anyone who has ever had any involvement with MTCS to take part in the MTCS Memories Project.  We would like to record your memories of MTCS.  You may do this as an individual or in groups of two.  If you are willing, we would like to schedule an appointment for you to come to the school and record your special experiences.  Rather than lose our collective memories, we would like to record them to share with each other and future generations.  For more information contact Jason Faulkner at jasonfaulkner@mtcscougars.org or Debbie Hofbauer at debbiehofbauer@mtcscougars.org.    You may also call 615-893-0602.

Wreath Sale extended

Santa's Trees has extended our wreath fundraiser through next Thursday, the 17th!  Thank you so much to those that have placed your orders already. This is such an easy way to support MTCS!  If you normally decorate your home for Christmas, please consider ordering your wreaths through Santa’s Trees!! Pickup is on December 2nd at the tree lot located in front of the Murfreesboro Airport on Memorial.  MTCS receives 100% of the proceeds.  Order here. 

WGNS to broadcast from MTCS

WGNS Radio will broadcast our season opening high school basketball game on Tuesday night as our Cougars and Lady Cougars take on Webb School at home.  Tip-off is at 6:00 p.m.

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TIDBITS:

Food Drive continues

In conjunction with the sophomore food drive which will continue through November 22nd, spare change will be collected for the Second Harvest Food Bank.  A $1 donation can feed four people one meal. 

SCRIP for the holidays

The holidays are right around the corner.  Remember to utilize our SCRIP program for all those gift cards.  Orders are placed each Monday morning at 8:15 and cards are available for pick-up by the following Friday.  For more information on the SCRIP program, contact Judy Coats.

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REMINDERS:

Secondary Memory Verse: Matthew 5:3-11

Pre-K Feast for all PK students and families - November 17th.  

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JUST FOR SENIORS:

Balfour will be here Monday, November 21st during club activity time to take orders for caps and gowns and graduation announcements.

2011-2012 Sun Trust Off To College Scholarship Sweepstakes. Register now and first drawing will be held on Oct. 28th. Free to enter and eligibility not based on GPA or financial need.  One entry per drawing but students can register again for each drawing period. Fifteen drawings will held from 10/28/2011-5/11/2012.  See www.suntrusteducation.com. $1000 Scholarship.

BK Scholars – win a $50,000, $25,000, $5,000 or $1,000 scholarship.  Dates are November 15, 2011 through January 10, 2012.  Go to www.haveityourwayfoundation.org/bksp_scholarship_eligibility.html. 

UTC announces the Grote Chemistry Scholarship Program - $3,500 per year for 4 years.  Eligible majors include all chemistry, biochemistry, UTEACH, pre-medicine, and pre-dental majors.  Go to www.utc.edu/chemistry and follow the scholarship link.  Deadline is February 15, 2012.

AXA Scholarship - 1.3 million available.  AXA Achievement Scholarship - apply by 12/1 and AXA Achievement Community Scholarship - apply by 2/1 both @ www.axa-achievement.com.

Scarlett Family Foundation Scholarships are available for Business majors.  Apply at www.scarlettfoundation.org.  Deadline is 12/15/11. 

Prudential Spirit of Community Awards. This award is given to youth for volunteer work.  If a student is selected, he/she can receive $1000, a silver medallion, and a trip to Washington DC next May.  Interested students should visit http://spirit.prudential.com to apply.

Ken Shipp Scholarship is available for a student who will graduate in 2012 and plans to attend MTSU.The minimum required grade point average is 2.75. The student must exhibit good moral character and have financial need.

Community Foundation of TN Scholarship -  www.cfmt.org. This site has tons of scholarships to match your majors and needs.

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UPCOMING EVENTS:

Monday, November 14
JH Basketball vs. Eagleville at home – 6:00 p.m.

Tuesday, November 15
Progress Reports
Bowling vs. LaVergne (Smyrna) – 3:50 p.m.
HS Basketball vs. Webb at home – 6:00 p.m. (JV Boys 4:00)

Wednesday, November 16
Half-Day (Teacher In-Service)
EXPLORE Test (7th/8th)

Thursday, November 17
Bowling vs. Siegel (Smyrna) – 3:50 p.m.
JH Basketball @ Moore Co. – 6:00 p.m.
PK Thanksgiving Feast – 6:00 p.m.

Friday, November 18
Late Registration for December ACT
Cougar Cub Basketball vs. West Wilson at home – 6:00 p.m.
HS Basketball vs. Boyd Christian at home – 6:00 p.m.

Saturday, November 19
Elementary Play

Sunday, November 20
Late Registration for December SAT
Elementary Play

Monday, November 21
Junior Beta Convention
Bowling vs. Oakland (LTA) – 3:50 p.m.
JH Basketball @ Cascade – 6:00 p.m.

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 MARK YOUR CALENDARS:     

Middle Tennessee Christian School * 100 E. MTCS Road * Murfreesboro, TN  37129

(615) 893-0601 phone * (615) 895-8815 fax