Our students have chosen to spotlight Jackie Robinson today in honor of Black History Month!
As we see Major League Baseball Spring Training underway, we remember Jackie Robinson, the first African-American to play in Major League Baseball in the modern era.
Robinson was born in Georgia and raised in Pasadena, California. He played four sports at at Pasadena Junior College and was actually better known for football than he was for baseball! He became a star college player with the UCLA Bruins football team.
Following college, Robinson was drafted for service during World War II but was court-martialed for refusing to sit at the back of a segregated Army bus. Afterwards, he signed a contact to play baseball with the Kansas City Monarchs of the Negro leagues.
Based on a variety of factors, Branch Rickey, the general manager of the Brooklyn Dodgers, decided that Jackie was the right person to break MLB's color barrier and signed him to a contract in 1945.
During Robinson's baseball career, he was treated poorly by many other players and fans. However, he thrived in MLB regardless. Jackie Robinson played in MLB for 10 seasons and earned many honors, including the first Rookie of the Year Award in 1947, named an All-Star for six consecutive seasons from 1949 through 1954, and won the National League Most Valuable Player Award in 1949—the first black player to be honored. He also played in six World Series and including the Dodgers' 1955 World Series championship. In 1962, he was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.
Jackie Robinson's legacy remains strong. He has been portrayed in many movies, books, and televisions programs, most notably by Chadwick Boseman in the movie "42."
Happy birthday Voices of CCS!!!!!!
These students amaze us at the platforms they have lead worship from. From the world renowned Pacific Garden Mission to international Bible Conferences to releasing their EP - Worship Experience on all music platforms
They step foot on those platforms, open their hearts and mouths and God floods the sanctuaries where they are.
They are dedicated, hard workers, and some of the most genuine worshippers you will ever need.
#weareCCS
Don't Forget: Hot Lunch forms are due Friday for the month of March. Need an extra copy: https://www.calumetchristian.org/hotlunch
In thinking about Black History Month, our students have been coming up with African-American people who have been influences on our country, Throughout the rest of the month, you'll see posts about people who have impacted them.
First, let's talk football!
In 1988, Doug Williams became the first Black quarterback to start and win a Super Bowl when he led the Washington Redskins in a Super Bowl XXII win over the Denver Broncos (42–10).
But before Doug Williams, Fritz Pollard and Bobby Marshall paved the way back in 1920, when they were the first Black football players in the NFL. Unfortunately, NFL owners blocked any other Black football players until 1946, when the NFL became officially integrated.
Elementary Parents: Milk forms are due Friday for the month of March. Need an extra copy: https://www.calumetchristian.org/milk
GAMEDAY!
Go support your Patriots as they finish their regular season! Jr. High B + A Boys' last game/JV's last game/V Boys' last regular season game.
@ City Baptist
Jr. High B-4:00
Jr. High A-5:00
JV-6:00
V Boys- 7:15
Hot Dog, Hot Dog, Hot Diggity Dog! It is Hotlunch today with hotdogs with cheese and/or chilli, chips, green beans, fruit, cake
We had a great night tonight! Coaches vs. Players! We are sad to see the season wrapping up but we sure have had fun! Two more weeks!
Last week we got to celebrate our 8th Graders! We are excited to see what high school has for them! JV and V can't wait to have you!
Christian Mann, Jeremiah Clayton, Caleb Boss, Ben Kelding, Carlos Rentas
Reminder: Hot Lunch forms are due Friday for the month of March. Need an extra copy: https://www.calumetchristian.org/hotlunch
No school today, but the week still has a lot more planned for us! Pray for our Basketball teams as they travel to Arthur, Illinois for the MCSC championship. #ChristianEducation #NWISchools #CCSPatriots
Trying to make lunch plans for Wednesday? The senior class has a special offer for secondary students. Check it out!
Note: this fundraiser is for secondary school only (7th-12th)
Congratulations to our JV Boys in taking 3rd place in the Victory Tournament!
“Let brotherly love continue. Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels unawares. Remember those who are in prison, as though in prison with them, and those who are mistreated, since you also are in the body.”
Hebrews 13:1-3 ESV
We are so thankful that Pastor Rob Latiak made a trip to visit us for secondary chapel this week. Between the worship and his message on Godly men vs Church Boys we were blessed to have time together before the snow hit! #ChristianEducation #WorshipArts
GAMEDAY!
Go support your Patriots tonight as they face HSRC!
@ Home
Jr. High Girls-4:00
Jr. High B Boys-5:00
Jr. High A Boys-6:00
V Boys-7:15
It's Financial Aid Awareness Month. Let's explore some myths about Financial Aid
Myth: I won’t qualify for financial aid, so I shouldn’t fill out the FAFSA.
The truth is: Many students are surprised to learn they qualify for financial aid, regardless of income and grades. Filling out the FAFSA is the only way to know for sure.#FinAidFeb
In anticipation of the forecasted snow storm, Calumet Christian School WIILL BE OPEN tomorrow, February 12 with an early dismissal at 1pm and No aftercare. We will be taking Thursday, February 13 as a snow day to ensure all families have the time to dig out of the snow and return safely Friday.
TONIGHT: Join other parents and caregivers for this free educational webinar, presented by an Internet safety expert from Trend Micro's Internet Safety for Kids and Families Program in conjunction with Calumet Christian School. This free webinar will cover the following topics:
• Online gaming and social media insights
• Al and its impact on families: how Al is integrated into everyday apps and
• How to protect children from online scams and establish effective daily safety habits services, the benefits and risks, its impact on misinformation, and tips for safe interactions
• The latest scams targeting kids and teens and how Al is making these scams more convincing
• Managing screentime and bullying
• Essential online safety practices and what to do if you or a child falls victim to a scam
• App settings for age-appropriate content • Parental controls and tips on setting up your child's device
No pre-registration is needed. Simply log on at calumetchristian.org/techtalk at 6pm tonight
Patriots went 3-0 last night! JV Boys took the win over DeMotte and V Girls and Boys took the win over FOFCA! Senior night was a success! Thanks to all the fans that came out to support all of our teams! Seniors:Anna, Calla, Isaiah, Stephan, Hannah, Kolton, and Victoria! Shoutout to Pastor Steve for making the senior posters featured in the background!
