Last Eagle Express for the 2007/2008 School Year
June 6th, 2008
The Class of 2008
Congratulations! The Class of 2008 received $1.7 million in scholarships and were accepted to the following colleges/universities:
Abilene Christian College, Arizona State University, The Art institute of Dallas, Austin College, Baylor University, Centre College, Clemson University, Collin County Community College, Concordia University - Ann Arbor, Covenant College, Hastings College, Heidelberg College, Hendrix College, Hope College, Houston Baptist University, Kansas State University, Liberty University, Lubbock Christian University, Marquette University, Mary Baldwin College, McNally Smith College School of Music, Purdue University, Southern Methodist University, Southwestern University, St. Edward’s University, St. Mary’s University, Texas A & M University, Texas Christian University, Texas Tech University, Trinity University, Texas State University, Texas Women’s University, Union University, University of Alabama, University of Arkansas, University of Colorado at Boulder, University of New Orleans, University of North Texas, University of Oklahoma, University of Richmond, University of Texas (at Austin, Arlington & Dallas), Westminster, Westmont College and Whittier College.
Join us in saying farewell to the graduates. Graduation will be held Friday, June 6th, at 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary.
For more information regarding the 2008-2009 School Year, please visit the school web site and click on the button “2008-2009 School Year Information". You will find information regarding the Summer Reading Program, School Supply List and the New Uniform Provider. This web page will be updated periodically.
Please note that Lower School Report Cards have been sent home. Middle School and High School Report Cards will be mailed on June 16th. Report cards will be held and Edline accounts deactivated if your child has any unpaid tuition/fee or unreturned school items - textbooks, athletic uniforms, and/or library books. Please check with your child to make sure he/she has returned all items. If you have any questions, please call Marilyn Bishop at 972-447-0532 ext. 428.
Stay abreast with the latest news, photos and blogs about Prince of Peace’s new 500 seat Fine Arts Center. As news breaks and construction begins we will post all updates at www.princeofpeace.org/fineartscenter. Currently you can view schematic designs, but once changes occur on campus we will post photos of the progress. This is an exciting time for our school and we want to keep you updated with the latest developments.
Kroger has begun a new program! Kroger’s Neighbor to Neighbor Donation Program allows your Kroger Plus Card to automatically donate a percentage of your purchases to POPCS. To enroll in this program, present your cashier with the print out of POPCS' barcode (click here for a copy) and they will link your card with POPCS. Once a card has been scanned with the barcode, it will be active for the remainder of the program’s year.
This is free money that will benefit your child’s education!
During the month of May, the POPCS community displayed true generosity by hosting two separate fund-raisers to help support people in need.
Our POPCS community donated 4 large barrels full of food for the Metrocrest Social Service. Metrocrest Social Services is dedicated to providing short-term emergency services to residents in our surrounding community. Your generosity will provide many local underprivileged families a warm meal. A special thanks to Valerie Swenson for her vital role in the food drive.
A line of shoes in all colors and sizes lined POPCS’ hallways, beginning at the main school entrance and ended with a loop around the preschool hallway. POPCS collected approximately 500 shoes for the “Shoes for Souls” shoe drive. All sandals, crocs and summer type shoes will be donated to the children of Mercy Missions in Nigeria. All other shoes will support the Buckner Children's Home. This fund-raiser was a success with the help of Robin Smith, Shannon Sharp, Tracey Hardwick, Lynn Keckonen and the POPCS family members who supported the shoe drive.
To our dear POPCS family and friends,
We will never be able to thank you enough for sharing in God’s plan for the children of Mercy Missions in Otutulu Village, Nigeria. As a family, we are in awe of God’s plan for the five of us as we will travel there in June to minister to these children.
Our team was speechless, humbled by the generosity of Prince of Peace Christian School as we packed nearly 400 shoes for our trip, that you graciously gave from your heart. What an awesome testimony you have been to our community and an even bigger blessing to these sweet children. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
At the beginning of next school year, we will be thrilled to share with you our journey and how you have blessed children in a world that most will never experience. We pray that God will bless you richly for your kindness. We ask that you pray for us and our team as we travel deep into the Congo to minister to people who have so little.
Again, we’ll never be able to thank you enough but, please know that we’re praying for God’s goodness upon each one of you.
Many Blessings,
Kirk, Tracey, Luke, Landon and Lacey Lynn H.
POPCS is honored that so many parents, students and staff members shared their blessings with others in need.
Congratulations to the 5th grade PSA Volleyball Team for winning the season’s volleyball tournament at PSA in Plano. The team competed in the 5th grade competitive league, red division.
POPCS team members included Alexandria A., Taleah C., Kelsey G., Karlie G., Natalee S., Emma T. and Claire W.
Summer Reading – Book Donation: We are beginning a new program called “Volume II”. After your children finish their summer reading books, we are asking you to consider donating the books to POPCS. All books may be dropped off at the Lower School Library. The books will be stored during the school year. At the end of the year Used Uniform Sale, the used books will be available for purchase at a reduced rate. We hope this will make it easier to find that all elusive children’s novel with which your children can do their summer projects! All proceeds will go to the library fund. Thanks for your support as we begin this new program.
Prince of Peace is seeking to fill part-time (up to 20 hours) Accounting Position, flexible hours. Accounting degree and general accounting experience required. Salary commensurate with degree and experience.
Prince of Peace Christian School’s Early Learning Center is seeking to hire Teacher Assistants, full/part-time. Morning and afternoon shift options are available. All positions are on a 12-month basis. Come be part of our new beginning!
A full audience arrived to watch POPCS’ Preschool and K-prep students showcase their singing and dancing ability at this year’s Movical. Students have been working hard memorizing different songs and routines based on the theme “I’m following Jesus.” Not only is this a fun event for the children, but research has shown that increased motor skills and musical development enhances children’s neural pathway development. Neural pathway development is necessary for children’s reading, writing and mathematical skills, as well as their physical, social and cognitive development. The event ended with a well deserved round of applause for the students’ performances.
Where can you purchase SHOP for POP during the summer?
* Every weekday, gift cards can be purchased at the Administration Building, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
* Every Sunday, gift cards can be purchased at the POPCS Kiosk.
* Every day, gift cards can be purchased online. Summer Order Dates
Tuesday, June 17th
Tuesday, July 1st
Tuesday, July 15th
Tuesday, July 29th
Tuesday, August 12th
Tuesday, August 26th
Attention travelers - check out these great options for your travel needs this summer! Shop for POP offers gift cards to the following retailers:
American Airlines Denominations: $100, $250 Profit for POPCS: 8%
Avis Rent a Car Denomination: $50 Profit for POPCS: 8%
BedandBreakfast.com
Denomination: $50 Profit for POPCS: 10%
Best Western International Denominations: $25, $100 Profit for POPCS: 12%
Budget Car Rental Denomination: $50 Profit for POPCS: 8%
Carnival Cruises (not for on-board purchases) Denomination: $100 Profit for POPCS: 8%
Clarion (Comfort Inn) Denominations: $25, $100 Profit for POPCS: 6%
Disney Denominations: $25, $100, $1000 Profit for POPCS: 2%
Hyatt Hotels Denominations: $25, $100 Profit for POPCS: 9%
Marriott Hotels Denominations: $50, $100 Profit for POPCS: 12%
Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, LLC Denomination: $50 Profit for POPCS: 12%
All students in every grade level are required to supply POPCS with the items listed below. Please bring items to the School Clinic as soon as possible. Be sure to check all expiration dates.
VBS is June 23rd-27th from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. for children entering kindergarten through 6th grade. A mini-VBS is available for children ages birth through 5 years for volunteers. There is a suggested donation of $20 per child or $40 per family. Click here to register.
Rob Biagi is returning to Rock HIS House! The kids will experience how a community cares, shares, worships, learns and celebrates through the Habitat for Humanity curriculum. Children will use their gifts/talents to make items that will be donated to families moving into Habitat homes. There are Habitat homes in Plano and Allen that will benefit from VBS 2008. The fun also includes far out games, Heavenly snacks, cool house projects, groovy crafts, dramatic Bible stories and fabulous entertainment! All children will receive a T-shirt. If you have any questions, please contact Barb vonBehren at barb.vonbehren@princeofpeace.org or
972-447-0532 ext. 478.
Kroger has begun a new program! Kroger’s Neighbor to Neighbor Donation Program allows your Kroger Plus Card to automatically donate a percentage of your purchases to POPCS. To enroll in this program, present your cashier with the print out of POPCS' barcode (
During the month of May, the POPCS community displayed true generosity by hosting two separate fund-raisers to help support people in need.
A line of shoes in all colors and sizes lined POPCS’ hallways, beginning at the main school entrance and ended with a loop around the preschool hallway. POPCS collected approximately 500 shoes for the “Shoes for Souls” shoe drive. All sandals, crocs and summer type shoes will be donated to 
Congratulations to the 5th grade PSA Volleyball Team for winning the season’s volleyball tournament at PSA in Plano. The team competed in the 5th grade competitive league, red division.
