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!

Happy Birthday, Ms. Patterson!

Today is a special day at our school because we are celebrating the life of a very special lady, Ms. Patterson! In honor of her special day, our class shared some praises and prayer requests for her today in our morning devotion time. Ms. Patterson, we hope your birthday is extra special. We are so thankful for ALL that you do at our school and for us.

• We pray that Ms. Patterson has a great birthday and gets some good gifts.
  
• We offer praise that she wants to come and be with us each day.
  
• We pray that she would know what to do here at school.
  
• We pray that she will make the right decisions.
  
• We pray that she won't be too stressed out due to KidsRace and Olympic Day.
  
• We pray she will draw closer to Christ.
  
• We offer praise that she has done so well in the school.
  
• We offer praise that she works so hard for us.
  
• We pray she will have a good day and that no students will be sent to the office.
  
• We pray that nothing bad will happen today.
  
• We pray that she won't have a hard time doing everything she needs to do.
  
• We offer praise that she knows God.
  
• We pray she will be blessed today on her birthday.
  

Happy birthday, Ms. Patterson! We love you!

Atlanta Steeplechase

Come out for a day of tailgating, horse racing, picnicking and family fun
at the Atlanta Steeplechase on Saturday, April 24th
Hat Contest • Disc Dogs • Skydivers • Pony Rides

The Heiskell School will have its very own covered tent at the end of the home stretch.
60 tickets are available for a donation of $25 or more per ticket (a $60 value).
Includes VIP parking pass
Kids under 13 are free
*Bring your own folding/lawn chairs, food and snacks.*
Thank you to a generous benefactor for making opportunity available.
All proceeds to benefit The Heiskell School Outdoor Classroom Project.
Tickets are available on a first come first serve basis.

Please go HERE for more information.

The Sacrificial Lamb

Do you recognize these pictures?

Many of you probably do not, unless you grew up along the coast or unless you are one of our Heiskell junior high students who just got back from sea camp in the Florida Keys. While our students were there, they learned about these special trees known as Red Mangrove trees. These trees flourish along the coast, and their roots are found partially in the salt water, but also on the land. What is so special about these trees you may ask, well up until today I did not know either. Mr. Leatherman once again blessed my heart with a sweet devotion he shared with the children before starting our day. You see, these trees do not need salt water to grow. In fact, they need fresh water. I have your attention now, don't I? Earlier I stated that the roots of these trees are found partially in the salt water, but they need fresh water to grow? How can this be? Well, the One who created you and me also created the Red Mangrove, and He knows better than we do what we need to survive. If you look carefully in the last two pictures, you will see some yellow or brown leaves scattered throughout the lush green ones. These leaves are known as sacrificial leaves. They absorb all of the salt from the salt water, so that the other leaves may live on the fresh water they need. Sound familiar? Jesus did for us what these sacrificial leaves do for the Red Mangrove trees. He is the sacrificial lamb, dying, absorbing all of our sins, so that we may live.
The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him and said, "Look, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!"
John 1:29

Open House at The Heiskell School

Open House

Friday, April 16, 2010
9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.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

As seen from the eyes of a child

Whenever we go on field trips, I always encourage the students to bring their cameras if they want to and are able to do so. One particular student has been faithful to bring his camera along on every trip and has taken some really great pictures. Here are a few of his pictures from our trip to the capitol as seen from the eyes of a child. We may have a future photographer on our hands!

Casual for a Cause Part III

Currently, our school is taking part in several efforts to send relief and aid to the people in Haiti, specifically through a ministry called Reformation Hope. You can go here to read more about this ministry and their pastor, Jean Paul. Tuesday, April 13, students and faculty are participating in Casual for a Cause. Students can bring in $5 plus any donations and wear their finest casual clothes in place of their uniform for the day. Stay tuned for more ways your family can be involved in bringing hope to the nation of Haiti.

"Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?"
The King will reply, "I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me."
Matthew 25: 37-46

We're ready to run for office!

Well, maybe not quite yet, but being a page when we are 12 does sound exciting! Today, the third grade classes from The Heiskell School toured the state capitol building. We learned so many interesting things about the building itself and the way the law in our state works. During our tour, we were able to visit the gallery of the House of Representatives, and even more exciting than that we were invited to go on the actual floor of the Senate chambers! As if that was not enough excitement for one morning, Senator George Hooks from Plains, Georgia, came out of his office to say hello to the students. His hometown should sound quite familiar, as he shares it with another famous Georgian, former President Jimmy Carter! Here are some pictures from our big day at the capitol.

Capitol Bound

Tomorrow, third graders from Heiskell are going to tour this beautiful building, our state's capitol. We will depart school promptly at 8:45 A.M. and will return no later than lunchtime at 12:30 P.M. Students need to wear their chapel uniforms. Cameras are permitted and encouraged. Please join us in praying for traveling mercies and pleasant weather.