Mighty Lions Hit the Road to State Championship - Wednesday Update
12/02/09

State Championship Game Tickets On Sale
Beginning today, advance purchase tickets are available at The Hub at a cost of $10 per adult and $6 per student, a $2 savings over game day stadium admission prices. Tickets will continue to be sold at The Hub in both the Upper School and Lower School through Friday, subject to availability.

State Championship Game Shirts and Cowbells at The Hub
State Championship game t-shirts went on sale Wednesday to honor the Mighty Lions in their return trip to the TAPPS State Finals. The navy t-shirts are $10 each in adult/children sizes and we hope fans of all ages will wear them on Friday's Spirit Day and to the game on Saturday!

The Hub will be manning a special sales area in the Upper School and Lower School until Friday, or until the shirts have been sold.

Authentic game day cow bells are also available for special purchase this week at a cost of $5 each. It has become a tradition to help lead our team to victory with noise from cow bells and there is nothing that compares to the sound of an authentic cow bell. Stop by and pick up your cow bell before the big game!

State Championship Game Send-off
On Friday morning, Lower School students will be greeted at their entrance beginning at 7:45 a.m. with the traditional passing through the giant PCA Helmet with senior football players, cheerleaders, drill team and Fury members where they will each receive a pom pom to bring to the game!

On Friday afternoon, come join our student body and faculty as we send-off our team to a state championship victory! The main Send-off will be in the Gateway Plaza starting at 2:20 p.m.; after a few chants with the student body, Coach Cunningham will help lead his team off to state. At 2:45 p.m. the team bus will travel to the southeast campus parking lot (corner of Park and Midway) where Lower School and Middle School (5/6) students will help send-off the team!

State Championship Fan Hotel
The MARRIOTT RESIDENCE INN TEMPLE will honor a group rate of $89 per night (space available) for PCA families using our Group Rate code, PRESTONWOOD, by calling the hotel directly at the phone noted below:

RESIDENCE INN TEMPLE
4301 South General Bruce Dr
Temple, Texas 76502 USA
Phone: 1-254-773-8400

The MARRIOTT RESIDENCE INN TEMPLE is on I-35 at Exit 299 (US 190/Loop 363) with about 30 rooms available for Friday night, so call early!

Game Day Information
Killeen's Leo Buckley Stadium is located a short 2 1/2 drive from Plano. Directions to Leo Buckley Stadium may be found here.

PCA will be the visiting team again this week, wearing their traditional white jerseys and blue pants. Fans are instructed to park on the east side of the stadium and enter the gates ear the east parking lot.

Mighty Lions Hit the Road to State Championship - Tuesday Update
12/01/09

State Championship Game Shirts and Cowbells at The Hub
2009 PCA State Championship game t-shirts go on sale Wednesday to honor the Mighty Lions in their return trip to the TAPPS S tate Finals. The navy t-shirts are $10 each in adult/children sizes and we hope fans of all ages will wear them on Friday's Spirit Day and to the game on Saturday!

The Hub will be manning a special sales area in the Upper School on Wednesday after school and Thursday morning at the Lower School.

Thanks to PCA parents Richard & Stephanie Wells, The Hub has obtained authentic cow bells for special purchase this week. It has become a tradition to help lead our team to victory with noise from cow bells and there is nothing that compares to the sound of an authentic cow bell. Stop by The Hub and pick up your cow bell before the big game!

Fan Hotel
Although Killeen's Leo Buckley Stadium is only a couple of hours' drive from Plano, some Lions fans may choose to travel on Friday for Saturday's big game. The QB Club has arranged a group rate at a hotel less than 15 minutes from the stadium. The MARRIOTT RESIDENCE INN TEMPLE will honor a group rate of $89 per night (space available) for PCA families using our Group Rate code, PRESTONWOOD, by calling the hotel directly at the phone noted below:

RESIDENCE INN TEMPLE
4301 South General Bruce Dr
Temple, Texas 76502 USA
Phone: 1-254-773-8400

Additionally, you may also book the group rate on at Marriott's Website. If you reach the hotel through Marriott's Website directly, you will need our Group Code, which is PWCPWCA, to access this special rate.

The MARRIOTT RESIDENCE INN TEMPLE is on I-35 at Exit 299 (US 190/Loop 363) with about 30 rooms available for Friday night, so call early!

Congratulations PCA ... Army Strong Team of the Week
For the third straight year, Dave Campbell's TexasFootball.com partners with the U.S. Army for the "Army Strong Team of the Week" each week throughout the Texas high school football season. TexasFootball.com and the U.S. Army select one team from every classification in high school football that demonstrates the qualities exhibited within the Army--including leadership, commitment to excellence and a desire to make a difference as a member of a team.

Prestonwood Christian Academy is the private school Army Strong Team of the Week. Click here for more information on the honorable award. Congratulations to the Mighty Lions!

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State Championship Game Send-off
On Friday morning, Lower School students will be greeted at their entrance beginning at 7:45 a.m. with the traditional passing through the giant PCA Helmet with senior football players, cheerleaders, drill team and Fury members where they will each receive a pom pom to bring to the game!

Students, parents, and supporters, don't miss the "Big Time Team Sendoff" on Friday afternoon featuring PCA's football team, cheerleaders, Fury, drill team and marching band:

• Parents, Fans and Students (grades 7-12) -- Friday, 2:20-2:50 p.m. in the Gateway Plaza; Upper School carpool begins at 3:00 p.m.
• Parents and Students (grades 1-6) -- Friday, 2:50-3:00 p.m. Please note change: team bus stopping in parking lot near flag pole at the corner of Midway and Hebron; Lower School carpool will run as usual
  Stadium Location

Killeen's Leo Buckley Stadium is located a short 2 1/2 drive from Plano. Directions to Leo Buckley Stadium may be found here.

Over 2,500 PCA fans showed up at Birdville ISD Stadium this past Saturday to support the Mighty Lions. We are challenging the PCA community to at least DOUBLE THAT AMOUNT to support PCA's state championship victory!

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PCA RUNS PAST DALLAS PARISH 28-24 ON WAY TO STATE CHAMPIONSHIP
KYSER SCORES THREE AND THROWS FOR ONE IN ROUTE TO STATE FINALS
11/29/09
 
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS – Before a crowd of over 2,500 Prestonwood supporters, senior QB Kaleb Kyser took control of the game, running for three scores and throwing for another. Kyser would end the evening with 102 yards passing on 20 attempts.
 
Junior Kenneth Huggins provided much needed run support, scampering for 106 yards on 16 carries. More than the yardage gained, Huggins power running kept the ball away from the Parish offense.  Junior Riley Standridge provided the winning score in the fourth quarter with a 4 yard run from a direct snap from the wildcat formation.  Seniors Scott Lichty and Andrew Mobley rounded out the receiving with 30- and 32-yards, respectively.
 
Senior Cory McNeil was good on all four of his point after attempts.
 
Prestonwood’s defense would again bend and not break, holding the high-powered Parish offense to just three points in the first half.  Late in the fourth quarter and PCA clinging to a four point lead, Parish took over with four minutes left for their final attempt.  After two first downs and no time-outs, the Prestonwood defense would take their finest snap of the evening, stopping Parish on a critical fourth down, one-yard attempt at PCA’s 30-yard line with 30 seconds remaining.
 
PCA’s defensive efforts were led by senior linebackers Clifton Bryant, Tyler Kleinert and Trevor Scheef. Senior cornerbacks Josh Caldwell and Aaron DeLeon, junior safety Andy Ryan, and sophomore safety Anthony Morgan provided much-needed passing support, holding Parish to zero passing yards.
 
PCA will play Argyle Liberty Christian in the TAPPS Division II State Championship next Saturday at 11:30 a.m. at Killeen’s Leo Buckley Stadium.  Prestonwood last played in the state finals in 2005 with a victory over Houston Northland Christian.  PCA was a state finalist in the 2004 game as well.

Junior #11 Riley Standridge takes the snap from the wildcat formation

Senior #15 Cory McNeil prepares to add a point after attempt
following PCA's second score

Senior QB #3 Kaleb Kyser and junior #21 Kenneth Huggins prepare
for a snap from center

PCA defenders #14 Scott Smith, #23 Brennan Beeson and
#55 Clifton Bryant stop the Parish run attack

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PCA Crushes Houston Second Baptist by 49-17
State Semi-Final Game on Saturday, November 28
Against Dallas Parish Episcopal School

TEMPLE - On the first play of Saturday's game between the PCA Lions and Houston Second Baptist Eagles, junior Kenneth Huggins ran 74 yards for PCA's first score of the day. Huggins would finish the day with 219 yards on 12 carries, leading the Lions to a victory over Second Baptist by a score of 49-17.

Senior QB Kaleb Kyser accounted for three of PCA's touchdowns on runs of 5 and 10 yards, and a pass to senior Scott Lichty for 66 yards. Kyser would finish the day with 107 yards passing, completing 5 of 7 attempts, and 129 yards rushing. Juniors Riley Standridge and Sean Hansen would complete PCA's scoring with a touchdown each. Standridge finished the day with 85 yards rushing and 21 yards receiving. Senior Cory McNeil was successful on PAT's on each of PCA's seven touchdowns.

PCA's defensive had a superb day, holding national recruit QB Connor Wood (Rivals Top 20) to 167 yards passing on 36 attempts and 107 yards rushing. Second Baptist potent offense would finish the day with 341 yards offensive and 18 first downs, but only 17 points scored.

PCA faces district rival Parish Episcopal School in the TAPPS District II State Semi-Finals next Saturday at the 12,000 seat Birdville Athletic Complex in North Richland Hills at 7:30 p.m. The winner of that game will advance to the state championship game on Saturday, December 5 at Killeen Leo Buckley Stadium.

Please help us cheer on the PCA Lions to victory!

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The Great God Debate Discussion Guide

To purchase the Great God Debate Discussion Guide written by
Dan Panetti, PCA Worldview Director, and Steve Lee, PCA Apologetics Teacher, click on the button below.

The Great God Debate archived video will soon be available at www.PCAwebcast.com.

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Private School Fair at PCA
10/21/09

Saturday, Oct. 24 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Prestonwood Christian Academy is hosting the Private School Fair at the Leadership Center. The Fair represents 44 schools including Christian Private PK through grade 12 schools, Montessori schools, PK through grade 12 private schools, schools accepting international students and some boarding schools from other states. The event is free to the public. Click here for a map.

Pie Eating Contest to Benefit PCA
10/21/09

Norma's Cafe is holding a grand opening in North Dallas on Thursday
at 5:00 p.m. Players from the football teams at Prestonwood Christian Academy and Trinity Christian Academy will compete to see who can eat the most pies in five minutes. more>>

Students Sing, Read at Fundraising Event
10/16/09

Prestonwood Christian Academy sixth-grader Cendal Atkins and music teachers Nancy Williams and Lisa Apple sing and read at Barnes & Noble during a fund raiser for the Fine Arts.

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Homecoming Float Winner Announced
10/10/09

The 2009 Homecoming float winner was announced during halftime at the Homecoming game on Friday, October 9 by Upper School Principal, Dr. Terry Rodgers. Congratulations to the "out of this world" Senior Class float. more>>

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Homecoming Float Winner Announced
10/10/09

The 2009 Homecoming float winner was announced during halftime at the Homecoming game on Friday, October 9 by Upper School Principal, Dr. Terry Rodgers. Congratulations to the "out of this world" Senior Class float.

Senior Class wins first place in the 2009 Homecoming float awards.

Senior Class Float

Senior Class Float

Junior Class Float

Junior Class "Great Jungle Adventure"

Sophomore Class Float "Underwater Adventure"

Sophomore Class Float

 

Freshman Class Float "Mountain Adventure"

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Homecoming Float Winner Announced Tonight!
10/09/09

The hours and weeks worth of hard work Upper School students (and parents) put into creating incredible floats culminates tonight at Homecoming at the beginning of half-time where the winner will be declared. What has no doubt turn into a PCA tradition, the Homecoming floats will all be on display tonight in Gateway Plaza for observers to appreciate and determine their own winners.

During half-time of the Homecoming game, the hard-working and incredibly creative students will all be recognized for their huge accomplishments in building not only the floats—but PCA tradition! If you can’t be there in person to cheer these students on, be sure to watch the live webcast at PCAwebcast.com to find out the winner!

DON'T GIVE! Unless...

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PCA Home Varsity Football Games Begin Friday With Webcasting and Campus-Wide Tailgate Party!
09/18/09

An exciting new development in the PCA Initiatives plan is being implemented beginning this Friday, Sept. 18, 2009! Friday night our PCA Lions take on the Trinity Christian Academy (TCA) Trojans, marking our first FREE live webcast for all home PCA varsity football games! All family, friends and PCA supporters who can't make it to the stadium can still experience the Friday night excitement of the fighting Lions live, in-action, by viewing the games at www.dfwserver.com/pca. Broadcasting begins at 7:15 p.m. CT each home game, with the entire game, including half-time activities, being broadcast until the game's conclusion.

The opportunity to webcast affordably opens many doors to reaching our friends and supporters beyond the borders of our campus and gives PCA many more opportunities to webcast other campus-wide events in all areas live and with high-quality.

On-campus activities for this weekend's game against TCA, which is Lower School Night, include a pre-game Tailgate Party starting at 6:00 p.m. inside Lion Stadium gates in Gateway Plaza, which includes complimentary hotdogs and activities for children of all ages. Tickets for varsity football games can now be purchased in advance on Tuesday-Thursday at the Lower School and Upper School receptionist desks.

Home football games will be archived on PCA's Web site the week following each game. The following 2009 home games will be webcast and archived:

Sept. 18, 2009 Trinity Christian Academy (Lower School Night)
Sept. 25, 2009 First Baptist Academy (Middle School Night)
Oct. 9, 2009 T. K. Gorman (Homecoming)
Oct. 30, 2009 Parish Episcopal (Senior Night)

See you at Lions Stadium or on the Web cheering on the Lions!

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PCA H1N1 Important Update: Sept. 14, 2009

Dear PCA Parents,

Like all schools and organizations in our area, we are doing everything possible to take proactive measures to safeguard the health and wellness of our students during the H1N1 situation. In addition to senior leadership having constant communications with state health organizations and our school nursing staff, we will continue with our preventative measures on campus. We encourage you to visit our PCA Web site, which will be updated immediately if there are new developments. PCA takes the current H1N1 situation very seriously and we are in constant preparation to prevent cases of influenza on campus.

We are heightening our disinfecting measures on all surfaces, closely monitoring student symptoms, increasing personal work space between students, encouraging proper hand washing and good hygiene, discouraging the sharing of supplies and food, and providing extra tissues and hand sanitizer in the classrooms.

As you know, flu can be easily spread from person to person. Therefore, we need your assistance at home in taking steps to reduce the spread of flu at PCA. We want to keep functioning in a normal manner during this flu season and our partnership will help us accomplish this goal.

In working closely with county health agencies and the health department to monitor flu conditions, we are able to make decisions about the best steps to take concerning PCA.

Please help us by taking the following preventative measures at home with your students to stop the spread of flu within your home and PCA:

• Be aware of your child's behaviors that may exhi b it the onset of flu, such as fever and flu symptoms include fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, headache, and fatigue; some are experiencing vomiting or diarrhea
• PCA's Fever Policy states that students with temperature of 100 degrees or higher will be sent home from school and should be picked up within an hour of parent notification. Students sent home with fever should be fever-free without the use of fever reducers such as Tylenol or Motrin in the last 24 hours before returning to school
• "Social distance" is very important to containing the spread of the flu. Please reinforce with your student the importance of personal space while at school and keeping hands to themselves
  Please keep your student home from school if they are ill, showing flu-like symptoms or you believe that they m a y not be able to function for the entire school day. These days are considered excused absences and they may return when they are fever-free without the use of fever-reducing medications. NOTE: If a student has a confirmed case of the flu, PCA will excuse those absences and they will not count against exemptions from final exams
• Encourage your students about the importance of good hygiene by washing hands and wrists properly and often - 15 seconds under warm water with soap; encourage students to cover their mouth and nose with a tissue or their arm when coughing or sneezing - not using hands
  Discourage students from sharing personal items such as supplies, food or drink by students during the school day, not just during lunch period
  Be assured as parents that PCA and Prestonwood Baptist Church are fully engaged i n the situation and is doing everything possible to combat the flu and the spread of the flu at PCA
  If your student is at a higher-risk for contracting the flu due to chronic medical conditions, please consult their physician about staying at home
• Watch your class newsletters and communications for updates, as needed
• Visit the PCA Web site for the very latest information. Our Web site is your most IMPORTANT source of PCA information on the flu. We will notify you of any changes of our school's strategy to prevent the spread of flu on the Web and through email and e-flashes. Visit online resources such as www.flu.gov or to call 1.800.CDC.INFO for more information

Thank you and we appreciate all of your assistance as we coordinate efforts to prevent and contain the spread of the flu at PCA. I appreciate your assistance in this important matter to best protect our students.

Sincerely,

Larry Taylor
Head of School

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FRIDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL
08/17/09

Where are YOU going to be on Friday nights this fall?

It's fall again and the smell of lion football is in the air! Across our nation, millions of die-hard fans will find themselves together each Friday night watching their favorite team compete on the gridiron. H.G. Bissinger, author of the bestselling book "Friday Night Lights," says that "Texans are truly football fanatics!" And once the opening kickoff is done, you will find yourself being swept along with the wave of passion that is "Friday Night Football" at PCA.

Where are you going to be on Friday nights this fall? Click on the video below to check Lion's Friday Night Football!

Want to watch PCA Lion football this fall? Click here to access the Support Athletics page to learn more about Athletic giving opportunities, some of which includes football season tickets. The success of PCA Athletics is dependent on support from PCA parents, alumni, friends and the community who together help to ensure that our student athletes are given the best Lion experience possible with resources and facilities to match their remarkable accomplishments.

See you there for all the fun and excitement of Friday Night Football at PCA!

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2009-10 GUIDE TO CAMPUS LIFE
08/14/09

The PCA Guide to Campus Life (formerly School Guide) is now online.

Click here (Updated 09/29/09) to view the Guide to Campus Life for the 2009-10 school year!

2009-10 PARENT/STUDENT HANDBOOK
08/12/09

The PCA Parent/Student Handbook is now online! Click the link under "Quick Links" to view the 2009-10 Parent/Student Handbook.

2009 CONNECTOR SOCIALS
07/08/09

Don't miss the grade-level specific Connector Socials that offer a great opportunity for new students and families to enjoy a casual time of fun and fellowship with the returning PCA community (see dates in Upcoming Events below.) Connect with new PCA friends as well as many administrators and teachers, who will be part of your student's PCA experience this year!

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SERVICES FOR CONNOR CRUSE
07/12/09


Here is additional information regarding the services for Connor Cruse. There will be a visitation time Monday evening from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Fireside room at Prestonwood Baptist Church. The funeral will be held in Prestonwood Baptist Church Worship Center Tuesday morning at 10:00 a.m.

The Cruse family wants this special time to be a celebration of Connor's life and an opportunity to offer praise and thanksgiving to God for His faithfulness to Connor throughout each day of this difficult journey. The family has requested that children wear bright colors (t-shirts are fine), and that adults wear colors (dresses, ties, etc) that are in line with a celebration as well (Connor's favorite color was lime green).

The service will be followed by the burial at Turrentine Jackson Morrow - Ridgeview Memorial Park cemetery. The funeral procession will leave from the front of the church. The graveside service will be open to all who wish to attend, and will be followed by a reception for everyone at Prestonwood's MainStreet Cafe.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to TeamConnor, a non-profit organization created to support families, raise awareness, and find a cure for childhood cancer. More information on Connor's journey and how to donate to Team Connor can be found at www.teamconnor.org.

Thank you for your continued love and support. Your prayers for the Cruse family are greatly appreciated.

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WATCH PARTY - DON'T MISS THIS PITCH
06/19/09

Come to our watch party as PCA Alumni ASU's Jordan Swagerty faces off with UT's Cameron Rupp in the College Baseball World Series. The game begins at 6:00 p.m. in the Horner Training Center. This event is for students grades 9-12 and PCA Alumni.

Poster created by: Madison Paulette

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PCA ATHLETICS
05/06/09

The PCA track team is sending four athletes to the 2009 TAPPS State Track meet at Baylor University this weekend. Competing in the discus is Senior Josh Lewis and Junior Carlee Finkelstein. Both of these throwers won medals last year and our hoping to throw for the gold this year! Sophomore Taylor McNamara is long jumping and Junior Taylor Henry is High jumping. Henry is tied for the states highest mark going in, 6’4”. Competition for these athletes is on Friday afternoon.

L-R: Junior, Taylor Henry, Junior, Carlee Finkelstein, Sophomore, Taylor McNamara
and Senior, Josh Lewis

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FPS STATE BOWL RESULTS
05/05/09

L-R: Senior, Brad Ray, PCA FPS Sponsor, Shannon Lichty, Senior, Leah Lindley,
Senior, Michael Shell and Senior, Billy Agee

Congratulations to the following PCA students who qualified for the state Future Problem Solvers (FPS) State Bowl in Austin. These students competed against public school Gifted and Talented students from across the state on the topic of “Counterfeit Economy.”
 
All Saints Episcopal School of Fort Worth initiated the FPS program this year and joined PCA as the only private schools in attendance at this year’s State Bowl. PCA’s Senior Division took “State Champions for the State of Texas” honors along with each being awarded a $1000 dollar scholarship to the college of their choice (a total of $4000). They will advance to the International Conference competition in May at Michigan State University.
 
PCA freshman Chelsea Pennington was the State Champion Intermediate Division for Scenario Writing and received a $500 scholarship and will also advance to Internationals.
 
PCA student results are as follows:
 
Team Competition: 9th Grade -- Chelsea Pennington, Makenzie Raub, Mason Loos and Haley High
11th Grade -- Kathryn Heasley, Kacey Spivey, Scott Lichty and Alex Pratt
12th Grade -- Brad Ray, Leah Lindley, Billy Agee, and Michael Shell
 
Approximately 10% of the teams that compete get invited to state. This does not count the teams that compete at the school level that advance to state competition.
 
PCA Team Competition Results:
Earning 2nd place in the Alternates Team Competition – Tiffany Pon
Senior Division State Champions for the State of Texas PCA students: Brad Ray, Leah Lindley, Michael Shell, and Billy Agee
 
This PCA team will travel to Michigan State in May to represent the State of Texas at the International Conference with the topic of “Pandemic.”
 
Intermediate Division: Chelsea Pennington won the State Champion Intermediate Division, receiving an automatic invitation to the International Conference at Michigan State in May for an on-site writing competition. Chelsea read her story at the Friday night ceremony was awarded a medal and $500 dollar scholarship.
 
Ashley Cha – 3rd place (still waiting for international results)
Senior Division: Elizabeth Lloyd – 3rd place in state (still waiting for international results)
Tiffany Pon – 4th place Honorable Mention (still waiting for international results)
 
Click here to see over-all State Results for PCA.

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PCA H1N1 UPDATE
Tuesday, 05/05/09, 10:10 a.m.

Due to current health concerns in the DFW Metroplex, Prestonwood Christian Academy has decided to evaluate participation in each school-wide student event or activity, athletic or otherwise, on a case-by-case basis. As always, your children’s health and safety are our highest priorities. As we constantly monitor this situation, we continue our expanded disinfection and sanitization process of the PCA interior facility and the exterior student play areas. Additionally, we encourage you to contact your pediatrician should you have any concerns.  Information about swine flu is available at www.cdc.gov/swineflu/key_facts.htm or
www.texasflu.org.

It is important that PCA families continue to monitor the Web site for the latest information and announcements affecting the PCA community. Cancellations will be immediately updated on www.prestonwoodchristian.org and by e-mail. Please note the following updated scheduling information regarding PCA scheduled events to-date:

PCA ATHLETICS
The 2009 TAPPS State Track Meet on May 8, 9 in Waco will occur as scheduled. Continue checking athletic department e-mails and the PCA Web site for the most current information on all athletic events.  

SCHOOL-WIDE EVENTS
All school-wide, on-campus events including field trips will occur as scheduled unless communicated through the PCA Web site or by e-mail.

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PCA SWINE FLU (H1N1) UPDATE
Friday, 05/01/09, 9:55 p.m.

As we move into the weekend, PCA is continuing to monitor the ever-evolving health situation and taking important measures to ensure the health and safety of PCA students.  PCA senior-level administration is participating in daily update conference calls throughout the weekend with all statewide Texas agencies, including the Texas Education Agency and the Texas Department of Health, in order to be apprised of all current developments. This allows us to obtain important information directly from the sources and in a timely manner. PCA continues to partner with Prestonwood Baptist Church in expanding our precautionary steps of disinfecting and sanitizing all interior and exterior shared spaces. The disinfecting products used throughout the school and church have a seven-day preventative barrier and we are choosing to utilize these products twice weekly on all surfaces, equipment and supplies. These practices also will be in place at the conclusion of Sunday services and activities at Prestonwood Baptist Church.

We encourage you to contact your pediatrician should you have any health-related concerns.  Information about swine flu is available at www.cdc.gov/swineflu/key_facts.htm and www.texasflu.org.

It is very important that PCA families continue to monitor the Web site for the latest information and announcements affecting the PCA community. The most current information will be immediately updated on www.prestonwoodchristian.org and by e-mail.

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PCA ATHLETICS

On Thursday, April 30, the Regional Track Meet in Houston was postponed. Currently, PCA administration and athletic staff are in the process of evaluating the situation to make future recommendations. We are in constant communication with other district schools to determine next steps regarding the Regional Track Meet. PCA participated in the varsity girl’s softball game against St. Pius in Houston, as scheduled. Continue checking athletic department e-mails and the PCA Web site for the most current information on all athletic events.  

SCHOOL-WIDE EVENTS

All school-wide, on-campus events will occur as scheduled unless communicated through the PCA Web site or by e-mail.

PCA UPDATE ON SWINE FLU AND EVENT SCHEDULING INFORMATION *NEW INFORMATION*
Thursday, 04/30/09, 3:44 p.m.

Due to current health concerns in the DFW Metroplex, Prestonwood Christian Academy has decided to evaluate participation in each school-wide student event or activity, athletic or otherwise, on a case-by-case basis.  As always, your children’s health and safety are our highest priorities.  As we constantly monitor this situation, we have initiated an expanded disinfection and sanitization process of the PCA interior facility and the exterior student play areas.  Additionally, we encourage you to contact your pediatrician should you have any concerns.  Information about swine flu is available at www.cdc.gov/swineflu/key_facts.htm.

It is important that PCA families continue to monitor the Web site for the latest information and announcements affecting the PCA community. Cancellations will be immediately updated on www.prestonwoodchristian.org and by e-mail. Please note the following updated scheduling information regarding PCA scheduled events to-date:

PCA ATHLETICS

Earlier today, the Regional Track Meet in Houston was postponed. Currently, PCA administration and athletic staff are in the process of evaluating the situation to make future recommendations. We are in constant communication with other district schools to determine next steps regarding the Regional Track Meet. PCA is participating in the varsity girl’s softball game against St. Pius in Houston tomorrow, as scheduled. Continue checking athletic department emails and the PCA Web site for the most current information on all athletic events.  

SCHOOL-WIDE EVENTS

All school-wide, on-campus events will occur as scheduled unless communicated through the PCA Web site or by e-mail.

PCA UPDATE ON SWINE FLU AND EVENT SCHEDULING INFORMATION *NEW INFORMATION*
Thursday, 04/30/09, 8:15 p.m.

Due to current health concerns in the DFW Metroplex, Prestonwood Christian Academy has decided to evaluate participation in each school-wide student event or activity, athletic or otherwise, on a case-by-case basis.  As always, your children’s health and safety are our highest priorities.  As we constantly monitor this situation, we have initiated an expanded disinfection and sanitization process of the PCA interior facility and the exterior student play areas.  Additionally, we encourage you to contact your pediatrician should you have any concerns.  Information about swine flu is available at www.cdc.gov/swineflu/key_facts.htm.

It is important that PCA families continue to monitor the Web site for the latest information and announcements affecting the PCA community. Cancellations will be immediately updated on www.prestonwoodchristian.org and by e-mail. Please note the following updated scheduling information regarding PCA scheduled events to-date:

FIRST GRADE FIELD TRIP
(Dart Rail/Spaghetti Warehouse/Aquarium)
Thursday, April 30

The first grade field trip has been postponed and will be rescheduled or replaced with another activity at a date to be determined.  Students should wear their uniforms and report to their classroom for a full-day tomorrow, as usual.

PCA ATHLETICS

In recognition of the decision made yesterday by the executive board of TAPPS, the school's governing association, to continue all athletic events, the PCA leadership team has made the decision to join all other district schools and participate in the Regional Track Meet that is set to begin on Friday in Houston. Additionally, PCA has decided to participate in the varsity girl's softball game against St. Pious, also in Houston. Parental consent for participation or notification of non-participation is required from parents of ALL track team competitors and softball team competitors, respectively, in writing to Kari Henry by NOON today (Thursday). Continue checking emails and the PCA Web site for the most current information. 

SCHOOL-WIDE EVENTS

All school-wide, on-campus events will occur as scheduled unless communicated through the PCA Web site or by e-mail.

PCA UPDATE ON SWINE FLU AND EVENT SCHEDULING INFORMATION
Wednesday, 04/29/09, 6:26 p.m.

Due to current health concerns in the DFW Metroplex, Prestonwood Christian Academy has decided to evaluate participation in each school-wide student event or activity, athletic or otherwise, on a case-by-case basis.  As always, your children’s health and safety are our highest priorities.  As we constantly monitor this situation, we have initiated an expanded disinfection and sanitization process of the PCA interior facility and the exterior student play areas.  Additionally, we encourage you to contact your pediatrician should you have any concerns.  Information about swine flu is available at www.cdc.gov/swineflu/key_facts.htm.

It is important that PCA families continue to monitor the Web site for the latest information and announcements affecting the PCA community.   Cancellations will be immediately updated on www.prestonwoodchristian.org and by email.  Please note the following updated scheduling information regarding PCA scheduled events to-date:

FIRST GRADE FIELD TRIP
(Dart Rail/Spaghetti Warehouse/Aquarium)
Thursday, April 30

The first grade field trip has been postponed and will be rescheduled or replaced with another activity at a date to be determined.  Students should wear their uniforms and report to their classroom for a full-day tomorrow, as usual.

PCA ATHLETICS

The PCA leadership team is waiting on information from District and State leaders regarding the Regional Track Meet that is set to begin on Friday in Houston.  Continue checking the PCA Web site for the most current information.  

SCHOOL-WIDE EVENTS

All school-wide, on-campus events will occur as scheduled unless communicated through the PCA Web site or by e-mail.

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HEALTH AWARENESS INFORMATION
04/27/09

Prestonwood Christian Academy is closely monitoring the confirmed and suspected cases of swine flu in the DFW Metroplex. Because the health and safety of your children is PCA’s highest concern, we will continue to keep an eye on the situation and make you aware of up-to-date information relative to PCA through our Web site at www.prestonwoodchristian.org. Please contact your pediatrician should you have any concerns. Additional information about swine flu is available at www.cdc.gov/swineflu/key_facts.htm.

DISTRICT AND REGIONAL WINS TAKE
THE VARSITY BOYS GOLF TEAM TO STATE
04/08/09

Congratulations to the Varsity Boys’ Golf Team in clinching the district championship and the regional championship win on Tuesday, April 7. The team consists of Tanner Kesterson, Ford Fischer, Alex Rodriguez, Sam Turner, Creighton Apple, Michael Ryan, Jason Pospichal and Austin Ernst. Tanner Kesterson took second place in the region and Ford Fischer finished fourth. The boys are now determined to bring home the school's first golf state championship on April 20-21.

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PCA WINS TAPPS 5A STATE VISUAL ART CHAMPIONSHIP
04/08/09

Congratulations to the PCA art students on their win at the 5A State Visual Art competition, on April 4-5, PCA art students traveled to Concordia University in Austin Texas to compete with 20 other TAPP’s 5A high schools and won the state championship! Click here for team standings along with the individual awards.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT AT THE PCA BLOOD DRIVE FOR CONNOR AND CODY
04/01/09

Thank you for making the blood drive so successful! The Carter BloodCare saw 254 people and collected 215 units of whole blood, as well as 39 units of double reds and 134 people register with the National Bone Marrow Registry.

WHAT YOU CAN DO FOR CODY AND CONNOR
03/13/09

CONGRATULATIONS TO VARSITY BASKETBALL TEAM
03/06/09

The varsity boys’ basketball team would like to express its appreciation to the entire PCA family for their support this season. The energy and excitement in the stands was truly amazing. Our boys started the season by competing in several big tournaments. After winning the championship in the PCA Coca-Cola Classic, they went on to win the consolation championship in both the Carrollton-Farmers Branch Tournament and the Allen Classic beating several 4A and 5A area public schools. The Lions finished district play in second place with a 12-2 record and made it to the State Championship game for the first time in school history with a State Runner-Up title. They finished the season with a 30-9 record.

Several players received special honors this year. First team all-district honors went to Zach Peters, Sean Hansen and Jason Pospichal. Second Team All-District honors went to Riley Standridge and Andy Ryan. Honorable Mention All-District went to Cody Novak, Taylor Henry and Patrick Ryan. Zach Peters was selected to First Team All-State. Sean Hansen and Jason Pospichal were selected to Second Team All-State. Zach Peters, Jason Pospichal and Riley Standridge were selected to the State Tournament All-Tournament team.

STUDENT NEWSPAPER TAKES FIRST IN DISTRICT
03/06/09

Prestonwood Christian Academy’s student newspaper, Pride Press, took first place in TAPPS District competition. One judge’s comments included this statement:

“Congratulations on a successful 2008 volume…There seems to be an order and purpose to the school’s goals, which is to give these young people a direction in life. Admirable, indeed.”

TAPPS 5A District Academic Competition Results

Congratulations to the following students in placing at the TAPPS 5A District competition held on Monday, Feb. 16. Students who placed 6th place or higher will advance to the TAPPS State Competition in April in Austin, Texas. We would like to especially thank Mrs. Krauss who leads our TAPPS Academic program and our upper school teachers for preparing our students to compete.

Newspaper: 1st place

Yearbook: 2nd place

Reading Writing: 1st place: Luke Taylor, 3rd place: Elizabeth Lloyd, 7th place: Jordan Francis

Science: 7th place tie: Brad Ray

Advanced Math: 6th place: Jiwon Seo, 8th place: Elizabeth Lloyd

Spelling: 2nd place: Courtney Stephens, 6th place: Chelsea Pennington

Spanish: 2nd place tie: Cesar Palacios

Literary Criticism: 1st place: Elizabeth Lloyd, 4th place: Jordan Francis, 7th place: Tiffany Pon

DALLAS MORNING NEWS ARTICLE
by Barry Horn
02/27/09

"I told myself this is probably the last game I will play in, and the pain is not important," Cody Novak said, recalling that game back on Feb. 12." full story>>

SUMMERS AT PRESTONWOOD - it's the place to be!

We are excited about the incredible selection of programs that will be offered to you and your student this summer. At Prestonwood Christian Academy, we believe that summer is a time for students to explore their creative interests, learn something new, strengthen prior skills, and have loads of fun! You will be able to meet your child’s individual needs through a customized summer schedule that includes a variety of academic, enrichment, artistic, theater, and athletic camps.
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VARSITY BOYS BASKETBALL STATE SEMI-FINAL GAME
Friday, Feb. 27, 5:00 p.m.
02/25/09

The TAPPS 5A Boys State Semi-Finals (game 30) will be played at Timberview High School. Address is: 7700 South Watson, Arlington, TX 76001 read more>>

PCA NINTH GRADER STANDS UP FOR ABSTINENCE
2/25/09

9th grader MacKenzie Luce, who was at the Capitol Tuesday for a pro-life rally, believes teaching abstinence is the best way to reach girls like her. read more>>

LARRY TAYLOR AT POWERLUNCH
2/24/09

On Tuesday, Feb. 24, Head of School Larry Taylor, an expert on Christian worldview in education, sounds an alarm to Christian families with one of the most critical messages you will hear this year: "Will Evangelicals Face the ‘Elephant in the Room’?" PowerLunch begins at 11:45 a.m., at Prestonwood Baptist Church, Student Ministry Building.

To read the "Will Evangelicals Face the 'Elephant in the Room'?" go to larrytaylor.wordpress.com

SUMMERS AT PRESTONWOOD - it's the place to be!
02/16/09

We are excited about the incredible selection of programs that will be offered to you and your student this summer. At Prestonwood Christian Academy, we believe that summer is a time for students to explore their creative interests, learn something new, strengthen prior skills, and have loads of fun! You will be able to meet your child’s individual needs through a customized summer schedule that includes a variety of academic, enrichment, artistic, theater, and athletic camps.
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DALLAS MARCH FOR LIFE
01/16/09

In the spirit of collaboration, PCA faculty, staff and students discussed the concept of working together with various denominations and religions to achieve a common goal of cultural transformation. One area discussed is what we have in common with other religious groups is the value of human life – we affirm that abortion is wrong, socially unproductive and creates a culture that celebrates death. There are numerous activities in the culture that speak to this issue and one of the most productive and positive is the Dallas March for Life. As PCA addresses the sanctity of life in the month of January to commemorate the infamous Roe v. Wade decision which legalized abortion and removed all state restrictions from the procedure, there is a great opportunity to mark this solemn occasion by not merely remembering the past, but working to change the future on this issue.

Thousands of pro-lifers will gather on Saturday, Jan. 17 at the Cathedral at Ross and Pearl streets in downtown Dallas – the crowd will include Catholics and Protestants and individuals from all walks of life. While Catholics celebrate Mass inside the Cathedral starting at 10:30 a.m., Protestants will gather outside at 11:30 a.m., singing and waiting for Catholics to join in a march from their location down to the federal courthouse where Roe began over 36 years ago. There will be various speakers before the 1.9 mile walk and after laying a wreath and praying at the courthouse, the crowd will return to First Baptist Dallas for $5 box lunches and an informational fair with live sonograms. The event is sponsored by Texans for Life Coalition, the Catholic Pro-Life Committee of North Texas, Catholics Respect Life, Concerned Women for America – Texas, the Texas Life Chain, the Downtown Pregnancy Center and more.

If you are interested in traveling down to this event together, please meet at the PCA Upper School parking lot at 10:30 a.m. Otherwise, you are more than welcome to meet us down at the rally that morning. Please bring $5 for the box lunch if you are interested in lunch. The shuttle should return back to PCA by 3:00 p.m.

This is a family event – feel free to bring everyone along for the journey. It would be very helpful if you would contact Mary Carl Finkelstein if you are planning on attending to help make sure a large enough shuttle to accommodate all who would like to join in this event.

ALL SCHOOL WORSHIP WITH SPECIAL GUESTS
THIS THURSDAY, JAN. 15

01/14/09 

Prestonwood Christian Academy invites all PCA families--parents, students and grandparents--to attend the 2009 All School Worship in the Prestonwood Worship Center beginning at 1:00 p.m. Please join us as we celebrate the sanctity of life by recognizing the diverse ways in which God created us. PCA categorizes diversity in six different areas: age, ability, economic status, ethnicity, gender and race.
	David Ring is our guest speaker who brings personal experience to the subject of diversity. Mr. Ring speaks nationally to audiences about his cerebral palsy and how God uses him to reach people for Christ. For more information about Mr. Ring and his ministry, click on his name. Also joining PCA for a time of worship is Fellowship Christian Academy (of Dr. Tony Evans' Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship Church). We look forward to the special music they will bring.

The service will begin at 1:00 p.m. and conclude at 2:30 p.m. for Middle & Upper School students and parents in the Prestonwood Worship Center. Due to the length of Mr. Ring's speech, grades PK-K will be dismissed at 1:40 p.m. to return to class for the remainder of the school day. Grades 1-4 will remain in the sanctuary. An offering will be taken to provide more opportunities for our students for Service Project Days and mission efforts. Parents, I encourage you to experience this powerful service first-hand. There's nothing quite as sweet as seeing the Lord work on the hearts of our students.

LIONS PRIDE NOW ONLINE
12/23/08

Lions Pride Fall 2008 / Winter 2009 is now available! Click on the cover to view online>>

ONLINE AUCTION CLOSES THURSDAY, NOV. 20
11/17/08

Online Auction will close Thursday, Nov. 20. To bid go to PCAOnlineAuction.com.

Staggered closings on Thursday:

• 6:00 p.m. closing: all items listed in the PCA Student, Gift Card and Misc. categories
• 7:00 p.m. closing: all items listed in the PCA Staff Gifts, PCA Athletic Gifts and Sports tickets categories
• 8:00 p.m. closing: all items listed in the PCA Teacher Gifts and Travel categories

Click on button for a listing of items by closing time.

 

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PCA STUDENTS FURMAN, UNION AND HARDIN SIMMONS BOUND
11/17/08

Photo by Cliff Traverse
PCA Seniors, Caroline Adams, Jessie Forrest and Becca Menhart

Three Prestonwood Christian Academy seniors signed a National Letter of Intent on Wednesday, Nov. 12 with the Union University, Hardin Simmons University and Furman University for soccer, softball and volleyball.

Becca Menhart, daughter of Bob and Julie Menhart of Plano, signed a National Letter of Intent with Union University to play collegiate soccer.

Jessie Forrest, daughter of Jeff and Sherri Forrest of Frisco, signed a National Letter of Intent with Hardin Simmons to play collegiate softball.

Caroline Adams, daughter of Bill and Joan Adams of Plano, signed a National Letter of Intent with Furman University to play collegiate volleyball.

“I am so proud of these girls and their future at each of these fine universities,” stated PCA Athletic Director Chris Cunningham. “Portraying Christ-likeness.

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COMPETITIVE CHEERLEADING TAKES 1ST PLACE
11/17/08

Congratulations to our Competitive Cheerleaders who took 1st place in the NCA State Championship during the competition Nov. 8-9!

TAPPS 5A DISTRICT VOLLEYBALL AWARDS

Congratulations to the following Varsity Volleyball Players: TAPPS 5A District Awards
District Defensive Player of the Year: Jillian Jeffcoat
First Team All District: Jillian Jeffcoat; Caroline Adams
Second Team All District: Erica Novak; Jackson Crook
Honorable Mention: Kayla Herron Great job ladies!

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PCA FALL PLAY TICKETS NOW ON SALE!

10/01/08

Pride & Prejudice by Jane Austen

Original Adaptation by James Maxwell, revised by Alan Stanford

All of the wit and romance of Jane Austen's classic 1813 novel come to life in this refreshingly fast-paced and humorous adaptation. Finding a husband is hardly Elizabeth Bennet's most urgent priority. But with four sisters, an overzealous match-making mother, and a string of unsuitable suitors, it's difficult to escape the subject. When the independent-minded Elizabeth meets the handsome but enigmatic Mr. Darcy, she is determined not to let her feelings triumph over her own good sense -- but the truth turns out to be slipperier than it seems. In a society where subtle snubs and deceit proliferate, is it possible for Elizabeth and Darcy to look beyond their pride and prejudice, and to make the best match of all?

PCA’s production of Pride & Prejudice has a cast of 32 students in grades 3-12. The cast is led by seniors Heather Hollabaugh, Christopher Silverberg, Natalie Williams, Bethany Laughlin, Danielle Roach, Elizabeth Lloyd, and Emily Bell with juniors Carolyn Shannon and Mark Adams in the roles of Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy. Bryan Wallace,senior, designed the set,  Madison Paulette, junior, is the publicity designer and junior Meaghan Kelley is the choreographer. 

All performances will be held at the Eisemann Center’s Countrywide Theatre in Richardson, TX.

Showtimes:
Friday, Nov. 14 at 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 15 at 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.

Tickets are on sale now through the Eisemann Center! Tickets can be ordered online at www.eisemanncenter.com or by calling the Eisemann Center box office at 972-744-4650. Seating is limited! Get your tickets today!

This version of PRIDE AND PREJUDICE is produced by kind permission of the Gate Theatre, Dublin 

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ZIG ZIGLAR SERVANT LEADERSHIP AWARD