We continue our Black History Month tributes by introducing you to Emmett Chappelle, who is known as the "Father of Bioluminescence."
Emmett Chappelle, born in 1925, did not immediately go into the world of scientific research. After graduating high school, he was drafted into World War II. After his service,, he earned several degrees, and then began his Ph.D. studies at Stanford University. However, he withdrew from the program when offered a position at the Research Institute for Advanced Studies, where he pursued research in methods to provide safe, breathable air for astronauts.
Later, he joined the Hazleton Laboratories in Virginia, which frequently collaborated with NASA on various contracts. During this time, he invented the ATP fluorescence assay, capable of detecting living cells using the two chemicals responsible for firefly bioluminescence: luciferin and luciferase. While this invention didn't achieve its intended purpose to discover extraterrestrial life, its widespread applications in diverse fields, such as agriculture, oncology, and genetics, justify its consideration as one of the most significant biochemical inventions of the 20th century.
Emmett possessed 14 patents for his various inventions. He passed away in 2019 after a lifetime of incredible scientific discovery.
Elementary Parents: Milk forms are due tomorrow for the month of March. Need an extra copy: https://www.calumetchristian.org/milk
Pray for your Patriots as they head down to Arthur, Illinois! Tomorrow they start MCSC!
First Games on Friday are:
V Boys- 3:00
V Girls- 4:30
It's hot lunch day! Today's menu includes hamburger/cheeseburger, chips, corn, and ice cream for those who pre-ordered.
Progress Reports went home today for all students. Students who bring back their signed progress reports tomorrow can wear sweatpants for the day. All students must bring back signed progress reports by Monday, February 24.
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
