Happy Administrative and After-School Professionals Week!
April 24, 2024
This week we celebrate the incredible work that all our administrative professionals and support staff do to serve our campus every day.
We are grateful for our front office staff, Janice Daskam and Kelly Ehrhardt! Without them, I’m not sure what we would do. They keep us on track, answer phones, act as on-campus nurses, fill my calendar, answer parent and student questions, make copies, arrange for subs, organize events, and so much more. These women serve our staff, students, and families in more ways than we can count. They both have a servant’s heart!
I am also thankful for our amazing campus enrollment manager, Shannon Clancy. Shannon is doing a wonderful job connecting with prospective families to make them feel welcome at our school. She is extremely thoughtful and caring. Every family that enters our school has been impacted in a positive way by Shannon.
We also appreciate Kathleen May, our wonderful recreation site coordinator. With Kathleen in charge, I never worry about our Cougar Club before and after school program. She keeps things organized, communicates with families, and enjoys developing relationships with our students. Thanks for all you do.
In addition to these wonderful women, we are grateful for our amazing support staff! Our teacher’s assistants, lunch ladies, Cougar Club staff, and recess monitors give so much to help our campus run smoothly, and they each impact our students in many different ways!
Lastly, it is a blessing to have an assistant principal to work alongside and collaborate with. Eleanor Nichols is a gift to the Puyallup Elementary campus. Her knowledge, wisdom, patience, grace, and love for our students is immeasurable. She supports me in so many ways, and I am forever grateful for her.
Thank you for being such an essential member of our CCS Puyallup family. We are truly blessed to have so many people who support our students, parents, and teachers. Your hard work and dedication are an example to everyone on our staff! Thank you for being your best every day!
We couldn’t do what we do without these wonderful staff members. They make our team great!
An Unforgettable Experience
April 17, 2024
CCS Community:
I recently had the chance to chaperone the 8th grade I-Term trip to Washington D.C., an unforgettable experience. It was rewarding to watch our teachers and staff plan the trip, our parents engage with students as chaperones, and our students view American history through a biblical lens. I was reminded of Cascade Christian’s core value of wisdom, viewing life from God’s perspective, and of the commitment to immerse students in a biblical worldview in every area of life.
The trip reminded me of our many blessings, including living in a country where our founders established religious freedom nearly 250 years ago. This freedom allows us to continue to serve our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ actively, making it possible for our students to pursue their God-given purpose and potential. Not all societies around the world enjoy these same freedoms and privileges that we do.
I was impressed by our students’ engagement during the trip and by their ability to respectfully interact with each other for five days. This is one of the many benefits of Cascade Christian Schools, where we are committed to treating everyone with love, respect, and dignity, recognizing each individual as uniquely created in the image of God. It was great to see the kids living out the importance of unity within community!
As a board member, I participate in an annual meeting with outgoing seniors. When asked about their favorite memories, the most common answer is I-Term. This is where all the learning throughout the years is put into action, either through serving others or learning more about God’s Kingdom. This is a beautiful reminder of the blessing of being part of the Cascade Christian community.
Finally, I want to specifically thank all of our teachers and staff who facilitated these amazing trips. Our students will surely remember their I-Term experiences for years to come. Your hard work and dedication has created a significant impact.
Tyler McClung
CCS Board Chair
Finding Refuge in God's Presence: Trusting in His Unfailing Security
April 10, 2024
As we navigate the challenges of life, we often seek security in various forms—financial stability, social connections, physical safety. Yet, true security can be found only in God, who is our ultimate refuge and strength. Like a sturdy shelter in the midst of a storm, God offers us a safe haven where we can find peace and protection.
Psalm 27 speaks to the universal human longing for security and protection in the face of life’s uncertainties. Written by King David, this ancient hymn resonates with timeless truths about finding refuge in the intimate presence of God.
In verse 5, which says, “He will hide me in the secret place in His tent” (NASB), secret place is from the Hebrew word çêther, which means “covering, shelter, hiding place.” And the word tent is from the Hebrew word ʼôhel, which means “dwelling, home, habitation” of God—more than merely physical proximity. David is emphasizing the profound intimacy of our relationship with God that transcends the physical.
Throughout the month of April, we will be exploring what it means for us to DWELL IN GOD’S SECURITY. We want our students to look to God and trust in Him for ultimate security. Trusting in God's security means surrendering our fears and anxieties into His capable hands. It means acknowledging our dependence on Him for guidance, provision, and protection. When we place our trust in God, we can rest assured that He is faithful to uphold us, even in the darkest of times.
In a world filled with uncertainty, God remains our steadfast anchor. He is the one constant amid life’s ever-changing circumstances. When we abide in His presence, we experience a profound sense of peace that surpasses all understanding. We are reminded that no matter what challenges we face, God is always with us, leading us forward with unwavering love and grace.
Trusting in God’s security doesn’t mean that we will never encounter difficulties or hardships. Instead, it means that we can face life’s challenges with courage and resilience, knowing that God is fighting for us and working all things together for our good. In Him, we find the strength to persevere, the wisdom to navigate adversity, and the hope to press on toward the future He has planned for us.
As we reflect on Psalm 27:5, let us be reminded of the profound truth that God is our refuge and fortress, our ever-present help in times of trouble. May we take comfort in the assurance that we can trust in His unfailing security, knowing that He will never leave us nor forsake us.
Source:
StudyLight.org. (n.d.). Interlinear Bible. Retrieved March 19, 2024, from https://www.studylight.org/study-desk/interlinear.html?q1=Psalms+27:5.
Celebrating the Resurrection of Jesus
March 26, 2024
Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures.
—1 Corinthians 15:3–4, NIV
This Friday, we will pause to remember the day Jesus was put to trial, the day He was nailed to the cross, and the moment He died for us so that we could be forgiven. Jesus did not defend himself.
God made him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.
—2 Corinthians 5:21, NIV
Christ died for us. He willingly took all our sins on His shoulders. He experienced the full wrath of God so that we wouldn’t have to!
When I remember Friday, I am in awe of God’s goodness, and I am grateful for His forgiveness!
Praise God, Jesus didn’t stay in the tomb. The fact that we get to celebrate Easter—or as I like to call it, Resurrection Sunday—brings so much hope for those of us who have placed our faith in Christ. Jesus’ resurrection reminds us that He has power over death, and we have forgiveness and redemption for our lives.
What a blessing it is to work in a school where we can celebrate this with our students. Over the past couple of weeks, our teachers have been creating various lessons and activities in their classrooms to point our students to the hope we have in the resurrection of Christ!
May you and your family take time this Easter weekend to remember all that God has done for you and may you have a blessed spring break!
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