SOLI DEO GLORIA 65 School Street, Newport, VT 05855 Email: uca@ucaeducation.org Website: www.ucaeducation.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/ucacrusaders (802) 334-3112 + Fax 334-2305 June 8, 2017 Weekly News 2016-2017 Theme 1 Peter 3:15 "In your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect." (ESV) Proud Members of HOS REFLECTIONS On March 23, 2016 the Search Team of Rod Ames, Luke Cochran, Aimie Garland, Norma Gregory, Dave Laforce, John Lippmann, and Glenn Saaman met for the first time to begin the process of seeking our new Head of School. Meeting about twice each month they sifted through resumes, spoke with prospective candidates, and prayed for wisdom through it all. We owe them a round of applause for sticking with the ups and downs of the search process; it is never easy. Just as you think you have the right person, you find they have headed elsewhere. Doors closed, but this group of dedicated servants remained convinced that God was already preparing the heart of the right person for leading the school. All along we were reminded this is God s school, and He was already preparing the way. We now have word that Dr. Vincent Montoro has accepted our call to become the next Head of School. During his visit to UCA a few months ago he met with faculty, Board, and many others, including the Pastor Advisory Council. All were impressed with his thoughtfulness, his faith, and his ability to respond to so many. His credentials include speaking, writing, and a variety of other leadership activities in the Christian equation. His broad openness to Protestants and Catholics was an appeal, as this is the fabric of UCA. The evaluation shared by the pastors to the Board speaks to why we believe Dr. Montoro is God s servant for the role of Head of School. The Pastoral Advisory Council overall approves Dr. Montoro specifically regarding his broad theological interests. Given that this is an academic institution, he is more than qualified to lead us We are a Christian academic institution, and even though Dr. Montoro s theological interests are broad, they fall well within the bounds of what is generally considered to be historic orthodox Christianity Finally, given our own theologically diverse culture as a school, [his broad theological diversity] could actually be seen as a positive attribute in fostering unity and helping everyone in the school feel like they have a seat at the table. Of course, while the Board has issued the call, pastors have agreed, and Dr. Montoro has indicated he is coming, there are still details to be worked out regarding a contract. But as discussions have been extensive it is unlikely that this decision will change. The summer will be a time of transition, but most importantly I believe God is leading the school forward to the next era of ministry. We expect Dr. Montoro to be coming mid- July, giving time for both of us to work out a smooth transition. My role will be as much or as little as he requests. My goal is to serve the Lord by paving the way, and passing the baton when he believes it is best to do so. The Leadership Team will be making plans to welcome Dr. Montoro during the beginning of school. It will be an opportunity to meet him, hear his hopes for the coming year, and celebrate God s provision of a new leader for UCA. We will also have a chance to meet the new staff that God is sending; another amazing way in which God opened doors to take over for the Gandys and others almost before they announced they were heading elsewhere. Stay tuned for more information, and a specific date for the events to welcome the Head of School, likely just before or immediately after Labor Day. Throughout the summer you will also be hearing from me periodically as we see God open doors for financial provision that we still need through the end of July. Again, thank you Search Team, for your dedication and persistent prayerful effort for God s guidance in the search. Thank you for a Board of Directors who give tirelessly to see that UCA continues towards a more solid footing. Thank you to our faculty and staff for always going above and beyond the call of duty to ensure our students reach their full God-given potential. These years have been a privilege and a blessing. I ll be in and out through the summer. Office hours will be Tue- Thu from 9:00 am noon. Give a call if you have the chance, and have a blessed and relaxing summer. I hope to see you al in September. In Christ, Rev C P.S.: Next UCA Call to Prayer is TONIGHT, June 8 at 6:30 pm.
TONIGHT Jun 8 UCA Hour of Prayer 6:30-7:30pm We would love to have you join us in prayer for UCA on any and all of these days. TONIGHT - Thu, June 8 Wed, Jun 14 The power of prayer is amazing! Praise God! Barton Fair Food Booth in August 16-20 Sodas are needed for the Barton fair food booth. Mountain Dew and Iced Tea especially. Volunteers are also needed. There is a sign-up sheet on the PPM board. This is a big fundraiser for the PPM, which sponsors many school activities, such as the Jay Peak ski program, Four Winds, and playground equipment. ButterBraids! Thank you for your support of the ButterBraids fundraiser for the Missions Trip. We sold a total of 147 items with three Cinnamon pastries still for sale. Each is $10.00. Please see Mrs. Strepka if you would like to buy one. Jun 9 BOOK FEES DUE The book fee ($300 per student) is due no later than the last day of school. If tuition is not up to date, report cards WILL NOT be issued. Please get payments in as soon as possible and/or contact me with any challenges. Thank you! -- Mrs. Kelly Summer Hours Begin The Administration office will be open on Tuesday - Thursday from 9:00am - 12:00pm following the close of school tomorrow. Additional times may be scheduled if needed. We wish you all a blessed summer! Community Service All Upper School students are required to do 20 hours of community service per year to earn a credit. It is a graduation requirement as well. The total hours are recorded on the child s report card and then carried over to their transcript. Please help to ensure that your child fulfills this requirement. Forms may be picked up to have on hand for students who need to finish this year, or want to get a start on next year's hours. Varsity Soccer Soccer reminder - we've already started scheduling games for the fall so please use the sign up on the sports bulletin board if you plan to play. It's also a good time to think about the necessary paperwork due at the start of the season - releases, medical check forms and UCA Athletics agreement. Please contact me with any questions. Stay tuned, but here's what we have so far: Sep 13 - UCA @ Waldorf Sept 22 - UCA @ Trinity Oct 13 Waldorf @ UCA Oct 20 Trinity @ UCA Coach Wood Mark Your Calendar JUNE 8 - Call to Prayer TONIGHT at 6:30 9 -US Last Day of School and Awards Assembly at 10:00 with dismissal following at 11:00 12-13 - Teacher In-Service 14 - Call to Prayer 6:30 2017-2018 - Save the Dates Aug 30,31 - Teacher In-Service Aug 30, 6:00-7:30 - Orientation & Ice Cream Social Sep 4 - Labor Day Sep 5 - First Day of School Check out the draft 2017-2018 calendar below Welcome Home Seniors Amanda, Tristan, Kori, Athena, Shumin, Caleb and Mr. Barker We are glad you had a great time on your senior trip to New York. Thank you to the chaperones, Senior Class Advisor Mr. Barker, Dean DeLaBruere and Sulyin Roy. Weekly Scripture "And so, dear brothers and sisters, I plead with you to give your bodies to God because of all he has done for you. Let them be a living and holy sacrifice the kind he will find acceptable. This is truly the way to worship him. Don t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect. - Romans 12:1-2 (NLT) Have a Blessed Summer!
2016-17 School Year Thank you...thank you...thank you!!! We are most grateful to God and our Lord Jesus Christ for blessing this school and everyone involved. Thank you for your kindness and generosity! Thank you Donors Volunteers Chapel Speakers Board of Overseers Board of Directors Leadership Team Head of School Faculty & Staff Substitutes Parents Students And everybody else who makes it possible for UCA to prosper!!...and the list goes on! Thank You "NEEDS LIST" DONORS A great big thank you goes out to all the donors who have helped keep the budget down by providing the supplies requested throughout the year. You are such a blessing and very much appreciated...you know who you are! Thank You LUNCH LADIES We would like to send a special thank you to our lunch ladies, Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Sargent. Not only do they prepare a hot lunch for the students and faculty daily, but they are always gracious when they need to accommodate any special requests during the year. You are a blessing to our school, ladies! Mrs. Christine Smith Mrs. Marie Sargent
Senior Class of 2017 Graduation - Congratulations...you made it! Caleb DeLaBruere (Valedictorian & Mr. Crusader award recipient), Amanda Dunbar (Salutatorian), Athena Ianni (Miss Crusader award recipient), Korianna Limoges, Tristan Roy, Shumin Teng We are proud to announce that all six seniors graduated with honors (3.5GPA) and all six are college bound. Thank you Mrs. Smith for the senior steak dinner. It was delicious and we appreciate you!
The Northern Star Thank you for the GREAT boat ride! Third Graders: Morgan, Cheyenne, Amelia, Joshua, Ben and Captain Chris Johansen
Third Grade United States United States Mrs. Howard Cheyenne Glover Wyoming Amelia French Michigan Morgan Kelly California Josh Lippmann New Mexico Ben West Virginia
Fourth Grade Vermont Studies Miss Garland Luke DeLaBruere Zia DiSanto Maple Sugaring Rock Industry Emerson Gilson Famous People James Heller Native Americans Ashley Magoon Museums Juliana Royer Plants
Fifth Grade Vermont Studies Miss Garland Emily Kimball Wildlife Madeline Lippmann Products Camryn Moore Farm to Table Mahrie Mitchell Agriculture Jonathan Piers - Industries Ryder Poulin Tourism
Sixth Grade* CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA *6 th grade students were required to organize their research as a research paper." Mrs. Partridge Absent: Kaylyn Badger The Bahamas Julia Desroches Chile Trevor LaForce Emma Leamy Makenzie Parenteau Dominican Republic Argentina Costa Rica Jack Pine El Salvador Maeve Wright Venezuela