A new season.

I love the times of year when the seasons change. I love when summer is coming to an end and fall is beginning, when the air turns crisp, the leaves start to turn, school begins, and football season takes up most Saturdays. I love winter because it brings the birth of the baby Jesus. I love the chance of snow and seeing your breath outside. I love when spring comes, and all things are new. I love the new plants, the green grass shoots, planting a garden, and the warmth from the sunshine. I love summertime because all of my children were born in the summer, and this represents a sweet time for our family when we can all be home together. I love the thought of the beach and having the sand between my toes.

Speaking of seasons, a new season is beginning for me and our family. After much prayer and faith leaping, David and I decided that I would not be working full time next year. When school begins this year, I will not be going to my home for the last 5 years in the basement of The Heiskell School. I will no longer be teaching third graders. Instead, you should look for me in the preschool, where you will find me at the end of the hallway teaching three year olds! What a great change this will be for me and my family! Please, if you dare, follow me on this journey as I begin a new season in my life. www.missheatherodell.blogspot.com

I think we are in for quite a fabulous ride!

Summer Open House at Heiskell

Open House

Friday, August 6, 2010
10:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M.
Campus tour and orientation meeting

The Heiskell School’s accelerated academic program and its focus on building Godly character have had a life-changing impact in the lives of children for more than 60 years.

Preschool • Elementary • Junior High
Two Years through 8th Grade
Call 404-262-2233
www.heiskell.net
3260 Northside Drive, NW
Atlanta, Georgia 30305

Story meets the O'Dells

Story met her brother and sisters today. Such a sweet moment. My mommy heart is overflowing with thankfulness.

Story Leigh O'Dell

Story Leigh O'Dell

born on May 10, 2010, at 12:12 P.M.

at Northside Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia

7 lbs 12 oz 19 3/4 in

Jesus

"Jesus is patient,
Jesus is kind,
and Jesus is not jealous,
Jesus does not brag,
and Jesus is not arrogant.
Jesus does not act unbecomingly;
Jesus does not seek its own,
Jesus is not provoked,
Jesus does not take into account a wrong suffered.
Jesus does not rejoice in unrighteousness, but rejoices with the truth.
Jesus bears all things,
Jesus believes all things,
Jesus hopes all things,
Jesus endures all things.
Jesus never fails."
1 Corinthians 13:4-8a

Jesus is love.
Mr. Leatherman shared these verses with the students this morning.
My prayer for you and me is that these words will wash over us today and give us peace. Find rest today in the Jesus who loves you more than you can ask or imagine. I think we could all use this reminder of the One who never changes as the year is winding down.

Olympic Day - A Heiskell Tradition

Friday was Olympic Day at our school. It is quite possibly one of my favorite days of the entire school year, I love it! The morning begins with opening ceremonies, followed by flags, and a torch runner.

The 8th graders are the flag bearers, what an honor! I think the school flag is a favorite. Each grade level chooses a torch runner, who hands the torch off to the next person. The entire school comes out to see this special moment. Even the pre-schoolers can be seen cheering for the athletes!

After the opening ceremonies, we get to hear the famous words shouted by Coach, "Let the games begin!"

The students had so much fun, and our class did a wonderful job of encouraging each other and working well together as a team. I was so proud of them. What fun memories we are making in this special place! I wouldn't trade it!

Kid's Race 2010

Heiskell KidsRace
Saturday, May 8, 2010
Lace up your running shoes and get ready
for the 2010 KidsRace!

The deadline for early birds was Friday, April 16th. Only early birds are guaranteed a t-shirt before this deadline. After this date you can still sign up but the registration fee will be $17 per person. We look forward to seeing everyone on Saturday, May 8th for a morning of fellowship and fun!