May 7, The Chronicle
PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE
As I’ve been reflecting on my time at Covenant, I’ve found myself paging through old notes, emails, and Principal’s Messages. It’s been a meaningful process—remembering moments, lessons, and people who have shaped these past 8 years. Over the next 8 weeks, I’ll be sharing a few of my favourite messages—ones that still speak to me and remind me of how far we’ve come together.
John Dewey once said, “We do not learn from experience... we learn from reflecting on experience.” That’s certainly felt true for me lately. And in Deuteronomy 32:7, we’re reminded to “remember the days of old; consider the generations long past.” Reflection has a way of grounding us—of helping us see God's faithfulness, not just in the big moments, but in the everyday ones too.
So, as we head toward the end of another school year, I invite you to walk with me through a few highlights from our journey together.
Oct 2, 2019
Hello CCS,
I got to take Lillian on a daddy/daughter date this weekend. It is something that she and I do every once and a while. This is something I hope to keep up as she gets older. This time we went to a tea party. We dressed up and had tea with a bunch of Disney princesses. I know that this sounds a little ridiculous (yes I was the ONLY male in the place), but I left with my face hurting because I was smiling so much because my daughter was so happy. As I was observing during the tea party, I began thinking about our school theme: Be-YOU-tiful. These little people truly see themselves the way God sees us, and I began to wonder when it is we move away from that. This question is not easy, as so many factors go into it, although I began thinking about how we could keep that childhood innocence and see ourselves in God's mirror.
This week, that is my challenge to you. See yourself how a five-year-old sees themselves. Look passed the things society wants us to see, and look at yourself how you were created. See the beauty inside yourself and let it shine through who you are and your interactions with people. Reflect God's image and love yourself.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
New Staff Appreciation Dates Set for May 27th and 28th!
Thank you to everyone who signed up to bring food—all our spots are filled!
We are still in need of supervision volunteers to help out.
Please take a moment to view and sign-up for a time slot that works for you HERE.
Your support means a lot—thank you!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER TO VOLUNTEER FOR THE CCS TRACK MEET
As part of Mental Health Week, our Grade 6 Leadership Team has planned a special recess event for all Division 1 students on Wednesday, May 7th. The goal is to build community and spread joy while celebrating the importance of mental wellness. Students can look forward to fun activities and friendly connections during the morning recess break. Don’t miss it!
Mini Mall is Coming! – May 27, 2025
We hope you will join us for Covenant Christian School’s Grade 9 Mini-Mall! Our Mini-Mall has been an annual school-wide community event. It combines the Grade 9s learning in Social Studies on Economics with a fund-raising opportunity for their graduation by creating a mini-business to sell products to other students.
You can also preview items on the Mini-Mall Market Webpage HERE. You can look through the catalogue and engage in meaningful conversation about financial literacy, budgeting, stewardship, and consumerism with your child.
The students’ products will be available on Tuesday, May 27, from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. Homeroom teachers will be escorting children through the mini-mall at that time. Parents are also welcome to join us at the school for this event. Tickets will be purchased through your child’s Powerschool Account. Tickets are available in books of 10 tickets for $5. Most items cost between 2-10 tickets ($1.00-$5.00). No cash will be accepted or tickets refunded. All ticket purchases must be made through PowerSchool by 9:00 am on Monday, May 22, 2025. No Exceptions!
JUMP ROPE FOR HEART
Please click the registration link HERE.
TEACHING FOR TRANSFORMATION
Each week for the next ten weeks we will share a resource that highlights one of the Throughlines. These are great for guiding conversations at home and developing a deeper understanding of the Biblical connections. This week will focus on God Worshipping.
THE COUGAR CANTEEN
The Cougar Canteen isn’t just about snacks; it’s an empowering project designed to equip our students with essential life skills.
Operating Details:
🗓️ The Cougar Canteen will be available 1x/month for each division (announced in each week’s Chronicle).
🕰️ The Cougar Canteen will be open during afternoon recess (2:00-2:15) on Thursdays.
💰 If students wish to purchase a snack, $1-$5 is plenty!
Snack Menu:
🥔 Chips: $1.00
🥤 Cans of Pop: $2.00
🍭 Candy Bags: $1.00
Schedule:
May 15 - Div. 2
May 22 - Div. 1
May 29 - Div. 3
HOT LUNCH
Hot Lunches will be on Wednesdays.
May 14 - Boston Pizza
May 21 - Taco Time
May 28 - Panda Hut
You can find the forms for Hot Lunch in your student’s PowerSchool account. Orders will close on the Tuesday prior to the following week’s hot lunch at 11:59 pm. All orders must be placed online, and payment must be made with form submission to be processed. (No cash or cheques are accepted). Please check your email for a confirmation receipt to ensure that your order went through.
CELEBRATION
We hold weekly assemblies, which we call Celebration. We alternate between Wednesday and Thursday mornings each month so our kindergarten students are each able to join us every other month.
Celebration will be held on Thursday, May 1 and then Wednesdays for the rest of the month of May.
ATHLETICS
- May 12th, CCS Track Meet - volunteers are needed
- May 21st, LDAA Track Meet - 3 parent volunteers are needed
LSCE NEWS
AGM May 28/25:
The Executive would like to welcome you to the AGM to be held on May 28, 2025, at 7:00 pm in the Auditorium.
All supporting documents can be found on the LSCE Constitution and Bylaws section of this website, and are also linked below. This meeting is a chance to hear about the past year from both the Society Executive and Principal’s perspective, as well as to hear our plans for the future and hopefully meet our new Principal! We will also review and approve financial information, including last year’s financial statements and the condensed budget for the upcoming year. In accordance with our bylaws, all those who have been Society members in good standing since April 28, 2025, are entitled to vote at the AGM. Non-society members (e.g., spouses) are also welcome to attend. Society members who cannot attend may instead submit absentee ballots (also found below and on our website).
AGM Documents:
Final Proposed 2025 2026 Condensed Budget Sheet1
LSCE AGM Meeting Minutes May 15 2024.docx
LSCE Absentee Ballot for May 28 2025 (1)
CLICK HERE for more information and to register your team.
CALENDAR
- May 7th, Hats on for Mental Health
- May 11th, Mother's Day
- May 12th, CCS Track Meet
- May 16th, PD Day
- May 19th, Victoria Day, No School
- May 21st, LDAA Track Meet
- May 28th, LSCE AGM
- June 7th, 5th Annual CCS Golf Tournament
LOST AND FOUND
We are on the hunt for these missing slides that disappeared from the field between the last block of the day and dismissal Thursday. If you know of their whereabouts, please let the office know!
COMMUNITY INFORMATION
Rehoboth Camp Ministry is a Christian summer camp for people with special needs from young children to seniors. We want to share the love of Jesus, provide a summer camp experience, build relationships, and give parents or guardians a week of respite. We need volunteers to make this happen and are looking forward to having you
be a part of this. A willingness to be a friend and help someone have a positive Camp experience is all that is needed. If you are 14 years old and up, have a heart for serving others, have a week to spare this summer, then we are the place for you! Check us out at www.rcmflourish.ca/camp to get more information!
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