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May 2011 The VikingLakeland Christian School Spirit of Volunteerism Thrives at LCS LCS, A Magnet School? By Dr. Mike Sligh, Headmaster Remember the simple childhood toy that included they will discover a cardboard image of a face covered with clear plastic the power of God encasing an abundant supply of metal shavings? When in nature and His you manipulated a magnet beneath the cardboard you providence in the could arrange the shavings to simulate an infinite variety course of history. As of beards and hair styles. It was an early lesson in magnetic the world is opened force as well as an opportunity to express your creativity. up to them, they Today the term “magnet” has been attached to a will see it operating certain educational model. A magnet school usually has under the control some unique element of instruction not available in the of the all-powerful traditional school. At the elementary and middle school and all-wise God. level, it usually implies a particular emphasis across the Mathematics, curriculum. On the high school level, students take the science, language normal subjects required for progress and philosophy toward graduation, but their elective will all be taught “The ‘LCS magnet’ hours have some focus that is unique as part of God’s to that magnet school. So, you might comprehensive plan as Creator, and not as the result of chance. has attracted a say, the “magnet” attracts students who Music and art will be seen as a reflection of His creativity in our gifted collection of have an interest in the particular area of children as His image bearers. teachers who strive specialization offered. Their examples will be Christian men and women who strive What’s the “magnet” at LCS? What to be Christ-like in their love for their students. When discipline daily to practice their unique offerings are available here is required, our children will learn that they are ultimately profession ‘in the that cannot be found elsewhere? What responsible to Christ, who gave Himself for them. In the benefits can families who partner with classroom, the playgrounds and the sports fields, they will learn light of God’s Word.’” LCS hope to receive that they can’t get to forgive, as God forgave, and to love others as Christ loved us. anywhere else? Excellence and diligence will be taught for the right reason; the The “magnet” at LCS is the glory of God. And, at Lakeland Christian School, each student commitment to biblical truth and to the belief that this will be given plenty of opportunity and encouragement as they truth should inform every area of thinking and living. This discover their particular gifts and strengths. foundational commitment is reflected in every field of study As Christian parents, we have the responsibility to use and every activity. It is systemic to the educational process. every means at our disposal to bring up our children in God’s It shapes every personal relationship within the school. It is way. This does require an investment and, for many, a sacrifice. not an elective laminated onto the core curriculum. Newer cars and a nicer home will fade away. But the investment Recently the LCS board of directors was engaged in we make in Christian education for our children will endure a stimulating discussion about how we should present for generations. the distinctives of Christian schooling. Following that Magnets attract some materials, but not others. The “LCS discussion, board member Dan DeLange shared some magnet” has attracted a gifted collection of teachers who strive reflections on this subject. Dan and Sandy are the parents daily to practice their profession “in the light of God’s Word.” We of four LCS graduates. Here’s what he had to say: do not do this perfectly (that’s why I use the term “practice”!), When our children enter Kindergarten, they will but we are very intentional about continually growing in our begin thirteen years of daily teaching about the world. To skills to make progress to this end. The “LCS magnet” has also whom should we entrust our children for this life-forming attracted families who are focused upon the same spiritual and task? Who will come alongside us in preparing them for intellectual goals for their children. There is great power in a school adulthood? The clear answer is a Christian School. Here continued on page 9 Spirit of Volunteerism Thrives at LCS LCS dad Jason Brown serves treats at a kindergarten Mother’s Day Tea. In the 2001 movie “Pearl Harbor,” Lt. Col. Jimmy Doolittle said, “There’s nothing stronger than the heart of a volunteer.” At Lakeland Christian School, this heart for service beats strongly in our students, our IN THIS ISSUE faculty and staff, our parents and our grandparents. In 1 Peter 4:10, he writes, “Each of you should 1-5 use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as ____________________________ faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.” Spirit of Volunteerism Our families and students have been blessed with an abundance of gifts that they put to use both on the ____________________________6-8 Lakeland Christian campus and in the community. Secondary News LCS could not function without volunteers. From the fathers who serve tea at the kindergarten Mother’s 10-12 Day event to the faithful concession workers who ____________________________ hand out pizza and hot dogs in Viking Stadium to the Elementary News parents who chaperone field trips to the faithful weekly classroom workers … every single parent and grand­ ____________________________14-17 parent is a valuable resource to Lakeland Christian. Sports continued on page 2 ____________________________18-19 Alumni ____________________________20-22 Volunteerism Fine Arts Spirit of Volunteerism Thrives continued from page 1 LCS parents regularly The list of ways our families serve here is come talk to classes endless. Here are just some examples of what about their professions. Mr. Keith Albritton volunteers do on the campus: (left) speaks to an n Classroom readers elementary class about n Welcome Wednesday tour guides finance, and Dr. David Dodd (below) speaks to n Room Moms a middle school class n Elementary centers about the heart. n Golf tournament coordinators n Concessions workers n Ticket sales at athletic events n Field trip chaperones n Auction coordinators n Grading for teachers n Decorating bulletin boards n Helping students with reading n Hosting AR parties n Assisting on Grandparent’s Day n Special event coordination (Jr./Sr. Banquet, Homecoming, Back to School Bash, Pre­Grad party, etc.) n Volunteer assistant coaches n Odyssey of the Mind coaches n Lunch monitors n Boosterthon Fun Run volunteers n Guest speakers in the classroom and in chapel n Spring Art Festival helpers n Heading up Moms in Touch and All­Pro Dads The faculty, staff and administration of Lakeland Christian School are thankful for all of the volunteers who choose to give of their time About the Cover: and gifts as we educate children in the light of God’s Word. Betty Lou Drost, shown on the cover with her If you are looking for ways to get involved, grandson, Alex Drost (left), and his friend, Robby visit the Parent Resource or Support LCS sections of Riley, demonstrates the spirit of volunteerism that the LCS website or contact your child’s teacher or is so prevalent at LCS – both on campus by our principal. You can also call the school offices parents and grandparents and in the community at 863­688­2771. by our students. Betty Lou has faithfully served as a classroom volunteer at LCS for the past four years. Volunteerism 2 Lanzino, Rupert Help Connect Dads and Kids More than seven years ago, two Lakeland Christian School dads were individually learning about the All­Pro Dads program through contacts with Family First, an organization that sponsors programs designed to strengthen families. Although they can’t remember how they connected with each other, Lou Lanzino and Mark Rupert joined forces to create the first Lakeland chapter of All­Pro Dads. All­Pro Dads is a one­hour monthly breakfast where dads and their kids meet together at a local restaurant. For the Lakeland Christian School chapter, the group Senior Recognized meets at 6:30 AM on the third Tuesday of every month at the Chick­fil­A on South Florida Avenue. During the first 30 minutes, the dads and kids just eat breakfast with Prudential Spirit and talk. During the next 30 minutes, the group is given a topic to discuss. Topics of Community Award have included vacations, hobbies and finances (saving and giving). Oftentimes the fathers talk about their experiences and let the kids ask questions. For Lou and Mark, they want to reinforce the qualities of integrity, honesty Lakeland Christian and character that the kids are learning at LCS. “We feel like if we can confirm School senior Brice Futch through our program what they’re learning at LCS during the week, that it’s just has been honored for one more thing to help build the basics for the future citizens of Lakeland, America his exemplary volunteer and the world. That’s what we strive to do,” said Mr. Lanzino. service with a state­level The monthly breakfast is designed to bring dads and kids together and to Certificate of Excellence encourage the father/child relationship. Since the LCS chapter was formed seven from the 2011 Prudential years ago, the group has brought as many as 110 people for a breakfast event. Spirit of Community Each month those who attend have the opportunity to win door prizes which, in Awards program.

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