May 28, 2010 - Special Graduation Edition  
   
 
2010 Graduating Class
 
 




"We celebrate with and for our graduates.  They are a great group!   It is my prayer that they leave us knowing who they are and whose they are.  I am proud of their accomplishments and pray God’s richest blessings upon each of them as they continue their educational journey.  I look forward to welcoming them back and hearing about their college and life experiences."
Chris Hahn, Headmaster




The Sixth Annual Commencement

Prince of Peace Christian School

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE SENIOR CLASS OF 2010

Lauren Elizabeth A.
Katherine Renee A.
Taylor Anne B.
Erin Elisabeth B.
See Won C.
Eastan Nicole C.
Spencer Aaron F.
Donald Nathaniel G.
Alexander Lacey G.
Taevin Russell G.
Haven Alexandra H.
Melissa Paige H.
Madilyn Pauline H.
Richard Ray H.
Alexis Marie K.
Michael Evans K.
Reid Alan K.
Ryan Adam K.
Royce Alan L.
Shelby Marie L.
Michelle Irene M.
Kristen Elizabeth N.
Orrin LaMoin P.
Sarah Elizabeth P.
Kaitlyn Bryanna R.
Sean Michael S.
Samuel Scott S.
Jessica Dawn S.
Songe S.
Anne Christian S.
Samuel Gabriel S.
Morgan Danielle T.
Thomas Lesley V.
Alexander James W.
Jessanna Elizabeth W.
Megan Michelle W.
Kai Alexander W.
Spencer William W.
Albert Allen W.
Stephanie Ann W.


 
 
2010 Salutatorian and Valedictorian
 
 


Shelby L.and Ricky H.

 
 
Colleges and Scholarships
 
 


Total Scholarships Awarded to the Class of 2010

$3,311,566.00

Below is the listing of Colleges/Universities where students in the Class of 2010 were accepted. 
* Colleges/Universities students are attending.

Abilene Christian University

Rhodes College*

Arkansas State University

Rice University

Azusa Pacific

Sam Houston State University*

Baylor University*

Savannah College of Art & Design*

Calvin College

Southern Methodist University*

Centenary College of Louisiana

Southern Nazarene University

Colorado School of Mines

Stephen F. Austin State University

Concordia University - Chicago

Texas A&M University*

Concordia University - Seward

Texas Christian University

Concordia University - Texas*

Texas State University

Embry Riddle Aeronautical University

Texas Tech University*

Hardin Simmons University

The University of Mississippi

Houston Baptist University

University of Alabama

Humboldt State University*

University of Arizona

Indiana University*

University of Arkansas*

Kansas State University

University of Central Florida

Louisiana State University*

University of Colorado at Boulder

Midwestern State University*

University of Evansville

Mississippi State University

University of Kentucky*

Missouri State University

University of Louisiana at Lafayette

New Mexico State University

University of Mary Hardin Baylor

New York Conservatory

University of Miami

Northern Arizona University

University of Mississippi*

Northwestern University

University of Missouri

Norwich University

University of New Mexico

Oklahoma Baptist University*

University of North Texas*

Oklahoma City University

University of Oklahoma*

Oklahoma State University

University of Texas at Austin

Oral Roberts University

University of Texas at Dallas*

Penn State University

University of Texas at Tyler*

Philadelphia University

University of Texas-Pan American

Pittsburgh Ballet Theater

University of Tulsa

Purdue University*

Vanderbilt University



 
 
2010 Scholars
 
 

2010 Commended Scholar - National Merit Scholarship Program
Shelby L.


2010 Merit Scholar - National Merit Scholarship Program
Ricky H.


 
 
High School Awards and Senior Recognition
 
 




The High School Awards and Senior Recognition Chapel was held on Monday.  This chapel serves as the final recognition for our senior class and allows us the opportunity to recognize students who have excelled in the classroom.  The following awards were presented this week:


OUTSTANDING STUDENTS IN 2009-2010

MATH

THEOLOGY

Algebra I  - Danielle K.

Theology I - Amanda H.

Geometry - Katie L.

Theology II - John D.

Algebra II  - John D.

Theology III - Hunter S.

Business Math - Albert W.

World Religions - Peter R.

College Algebra - Anne S.

Theology IV - Haven H.

Pre-Cal - See Won C.

AP Calculus - Stephanie W.

ENGLISH

English I  - Natalie S.

SCIENCE

English Crossroads - Danielle K.

Biology  - Holly B.

English II - Sarah S.

Chemistry  - Nick S.

English III - John D.

Environmental Science - Lauren A.

AP English Language - Annee H.

Physics - Nathaniel G.

English IV  - Kaitlyn R.

Physics Honors - Annee H.

AP English Literature - Shelby L.

Anatomy & Physiology  - Spencer F.

AP Chemistry - Ricky H.

ELECTIVES/FINE ARTS

Art - Christof Z.

SOCIAL STUDIES

Band - Christina L.

World Geography - Sarah S.

Career & Consumer - Peter R.

World History - Bailey L.

Choir - Lauren A.

American History - Miranda M.

Criminology - Jessanna W.

AP US History - Annee H.

Current Events - Megan W.

Government  - Lauren A.

Digital Imaging & Publications - Orrin P.

AP US Government & Politics - Melissa H.

Film Appreciation - Shelby L.

Economics  - Songe S.

Graphic Design - Alex W.

AP Microeconomics - Ricky H.

Health - Brittany F.

Marketing - Stephanie W.

FOREIGN LANGUAGE

Newspaper - Riley B.

Spanish I  - Matthew S.

Painting & Drawing - Haven H.

Spanish II - Katie L.

Performing Arts - Sam S.

Spanish III  - Annee H.

Psychology - Katie W.

Spanish IV - Nicole R.

Sociology - Albert W.

Latin I  - Haley K.

Speech - Brittany F.

Latin II - Sten S.-G.

Technology Application A - Gus N.

Latin III - Nicholas N.

Technology Application B - Madison G.

Technical Theater - Tommy H.

Videotechnology - KJ R.

Yearbook - Imani C.



 
 
POPCS Athletic Awards
 
 


From left to right, Madi ., Michael S., Jessica S., Ricky H., Erin B.eserra and Alexander G..
.

Outstanding Athlete - 2009 - 2010: Madison C. & Michael S.
This award is given to the non-senior athlete who has demonstrated superior athletic skill in Varsity Sports.  The male and female athletes selected for this honor have displayed the utmost in Christian character through their interactions with coaches, teammates and opponents.  The recipients are selected by the Varsity Coaches.

Senior Athlete of the Year 2009 - 2010: Erin B. & Alexander G.
This award is given to the graduating senior athlete who has demonstrated superior athletic skill in Varsity Sports.  The male and female athletes selected for this honor have displayed the utmost in Christian character through their interactions with coaches, teammates and opponents.  The recipients are selected by the Varsity Coaches.  The recipients of these awards are also given a $500 scholarship from the POPCS Athletic Booster Club.


Eagle Award/Lady Eagle Award - 2009 - 2010: Jessica S. & Ricky H.
The Eagle/Lady Eagle Awards are presented to two graduating senior athletes who have contributed greatly to the athletic program at POPCS by their participation in Varsity Sports.  The male and female athletes selected for this honor have displayed the utmost in Christian character through their interactions with coaches, teammates and opponents and will have demonstrated athletic skill, sportsmanship and leadership both on the field of play and off.  The athletes earning this distinction will be the embodiment of “student athlete” having excelled in both sports and academics.  The awarding of this honor brings with it a $500 scholarship from the POPCS Athletic Booster Club.

 
 
Jessica S. Signs with Baylor University
 
 


Pictured with Jessica, standing from left to right: Coach Becky Armand, Mrs. Charisse Shadley,
Mr. Jim Shadley and Michael S.
.

 
 
8th Grade Recognition
 
 



Prince of Peace Christian School

8th Grade Class of 2010

JT A.
Madyson A.
Jackson A.
Austin B.
Nick B.
Adrian B.
Jonathan B.
Josh B.
Katie B.
Hayley C.
Coco C.
Jimmy C.
Connor C.
Andrew D.
Jeffrey D.
Preston D.
Nathan E.
Tyler F.
Christopher G.
Megan G.
Shaan G.
Whitney H.
Katy H.
Nic H.
Alexandra H.
Pat H.
Sammi H.
Danielle H.
Scott K.
Cody K.
Grant K.
Thomas L.
Nathan L.
Beau L.
Brogan M.
Ashley M.
Madey M.
Jack M.
Collin M.
Alex M.
Hannah M.
Ji Woon N.
Courtney N.
Kacie N.
Adaeze O.
God'spower O.
Zach P.
Nicole P.
Travis P.
Bobby P.
TJ P.
Robert P.
Devin R.
Cody R.
Katya R.
Reagan R.
Michael R.
Karina S.
Will S.
Amanda S.
Ryan S.
Stephanie S.
Lindsay S.
Alex T.
Tanner T.
Ryan T.
Matthew T.
Inge Van N.
Cody W.
Davis W.


 
 
Eagle Alumni Update
 
 


Prince of Peace Christian School is proud to have received notification from the following
Eagle Alumni, who are graduating from college this year:



Class of 2005
Jessica D. - Dallas Baptist University                      
Degree: Psychology plus Alternate Certification for teaching



Class of 2006
Fernando G.-P. - Texas Tech University
Degree: Business Administration-International




Class of 2006
Joanna L. - John Brown University                       
Degree: Graphic Design




Class of 2005
Molly H. - University of Texas Dallas
Degree: Psychology


Susan Lesher -
Degree: Bachelor of Science - Psychology (Graduating Magna Cum Laude).
She will be pursuing a Masters Degree at the University of Oklahoma.




Class of 2006
Ian P. - Covenant College, GA.
Ian moved to Anchorage, AK, where he is working as a professional photographer and filming a new television show.




Class of 2005
Lucas P.- Lucas just started his Doctor of Physical Therapy program at St. Augustine in San Marcos, CA.
He is engaged to be married to Tabitha Jennings.




Class of 2005
Whitney R. - University of North Texas                      
Degree: Elementary Education and ESL certification

 
 
Summer In The Zone
 
   
 
Important All School Information
 
 

Summer Calendar

 
 


Summer Dates to Remember:

Monday, May 31 Memorial Day, Church & School Offices Closed
ELC Closed
Tuesday, June 1 Summer in the Zone Begins
Monday - Friday,
June 14 - 18
POPLC Vacation Bible School
Monday, July 5 Observance of Independence Day, Church and School Closed
Tuesday, July 20 Class Lists Posting
On-site Uniform Sale
Friday, August 6 Metro Lutheran Worship, 9:30 a.m. at POPCS
Thursday, August 12 HS Meet & Greet, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
MS New Student Orientation (9:00 a.m./Mixer 10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.)
Sunday, August 15 Opening Worship, 4:00 p.m.
Followed by PTF Welcome Back Picnic


 
 
SHOP for POP
 
 

 

 

Shop for POP operates all summer long!

 

  • Entertain the kids with GameStop, Blockbuster, Cinemark, AMC Theater,  Barnes and Nobel or Borders

    Don't forget Graduation Gifts! For the Graduate: Bed Bath & Beyond, The Container Store, Itunes, Papa Johns and Pizza Hut.
  • Traveling?  American Airlines, Marriott Hotels, Carnival Cruises, Disney, Best Western, Hyatt Hotels available to order
  • Dine out at Cheesecake Factory, Outback, Chili’s, Buca di Beppo, Landry's, Red Lobster, Saltgrass, Olive Garden, Boston Market or P.F. Chang's China Bistro.

  • Staying cool in the malls?  Retailers include Dillard’s, Macy's, Aeropostale,  American Eagle, Gap, Old Navy, Banana Republic, Bath & Body Works, Claires...


Come by the Shop For POP table on May 28th to purchase your Father's Day gift cards, and for all your summer activities!!

We now have Quiznos and Brio Gift Cards.

Gift cards are also available in Administration from Darla Koelewyn.

We appreciate everyone's support on this great program that benefits POPCS and all our kids!!! 

For more information, please contact Ellen Johnston at jimmy0126@grandecom.net or Dee Murphy at

972-808-9054.

 
     
 
Other School Information
 
 



Campus Outfitters is pleased to offer its products and services to the families of Prince of Peace.  We will be on campus with your required uniforms July 20, 2010, 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM. 

School Year Uniform Purchases – All parents, students and faculty can purchase uniforms on the Prince of Peace campus the first Tuesday of every month beginning September 7, 2010.  All orders placed on Tuesday will be delivered to the school campus the following Thursday morning.

 
 
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church
 
 
Vacation Bible School
 
 

 

Vacation Bible School 2010
June 14 – 18
9am – Noon
Children entering preschool 3’s – 6th grade
Family Night – June 17 at 6pm

Hero Headquarters is about kids joining forces with God!  This week will be packed with Rockin’ Music, Action Games, Super Snacks, Amazing Drama and Power Crafts!  Kids will be challenged to rely on God’s power and make choices that serve others by doing the UNEXPECTED, taking ACTION, stepping out in FAITH, SAVING the day and standing for TRUTH!

NEW!  A special VBS just for preschoolers (must be 3 before June 1, 2010, and potty trained)!  Suggested donation:  $20 per child or $40 max per family (scholarships available online).  Donations include all the fun above, a t-shirt, family night dinner and festivities, and Bible story tokens.

Register by May 31st at www.princeofpeace.org/children!