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Desert Chapel Christian Schools was hosted by Brandon O'Neill, National Director of Food and Beverage with American Golf, to a super-exclusive, behind-the-scenes, tour of the GRANDADDY OF THEM ALL... the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA.
A group of students, faculty and guests gathered in the belly of the stadium - the home team locker room - to hear Mr. O'Neill speak on his life, faith, and motivation to be the best he could be. "You have the ability to make a choice every day. The choice is NOT to be average. The choice is to be great. That's on you... The good Lord put you here to not be average," explained O'Neill.
The group then travelled to the top of the stadium and sat in the press box overlooking the grand field, which was being prepped for UCLA's spring football intrasquad game. Guides from the Tournament of Roses filled the attendees in on the unique and storied history of the Rose Bowl and it's annual football game.
Then the group got to do what very few individuals on the planet have had the opportunity to experience - stepping on the hallowed ground itself!
After a lunch feast back in the locker room, the group departed back to the Desert with minds blown and dreams set to someday reach the pinnacle of thier own lives - wherever that takes them.
The Rose Bowl, Pasadena, CA
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Hear from Pastor J David Miller, Desert Chapel's headmaster and head football coach.
Sustained excellence is a career staple for Pastor Miller, a Hall of Fame coach, best-selling author, producer, and award-winning marketing/communications strategist.
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Ladies are invited to attend Bonjour, Paris! Ladies Spring Dinner, Wednesday, May 8th at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are $15 for ladies and $8 for little ladies (12 and under). Tickets can be purchased at the church office or Sunday after service in the foyer.
Gentlemen! Your service is needed. We need your charm as servers to make this evening unforgettable for the ladies. Sign up in the foyer after service or call the church office.
LADIES SPRING DINNER
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"But God demonstrates his own love for us in this:
While we were still sinners, Christ died for us."
Romans 5:8
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We want to ensure the health and well-being of our students. One crucial aspect of this is the nutrition they receive during the school day. We would like to emphasize the importance of students bringing a packed, nutritious lunch to school each day, unless a lunch has been purchased through School Eatery or money has been given to purchase food items from the snack shack (MS/HS). It is essential for their growth, development, and overall academic performance.
We are finding that students do not bring lunch nor money for the snack shack and are going through the school day without eating. At DCCS, we do not have the resources to provide students with lunch. Therefore, it is imperative that every student comes prepared with a well-balanced meal that includes a variety of food groups. This ensures they receive the necessary nutrients to stay energized and focused throughout the day
LUNCH REMINDER
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STUDENT AND STAFF BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK
5/5 - Sam M. (9th)
5/6 - Wade J. (TK)
5/6 - Reese H. (7th)
5/9 - Judah N. (2nd)
5/10 - Angelina T (1st)
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!
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NEED A BIRTHDAY GIFT?
Let us be your one stop shop for gift cards! Gift cards are available for restaurants, stores, gas stations, grocery stores, and online shopping. A portion of the proceeds are donated back to Desert Chapel Christian School.
When ordering, we do ask that you pay the shipping costs. Contact Mrs. Flinn in the school office to place your order, or place your order online: https://www.shopwithscrip.com
Desert Chapel Christian Schools ID is: 8L4C687C33551
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As the weather begins to warm up, please be sure that students are bringing refillable water bottles to school daily. Their water bottles can be refilled at the water fountains in the HS gym and in the Morrow Center.
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Desert Chapel Christian Schools proudly partners with the Greater Palm Springs chapter of Do The Right Thing
Their mission is two-fold:
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Recognizing and rewarding school-age youths in the Greater Palm Springs area for their positive attitude, behavior, and accomplishments.
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To build self-esteem in youngsters by reinforcing socially-desirable behavior, to demonstrate that good kids are newsworthy and establish them as role models for their peers, and to foster positive relationships between young people and their local law enforcement officers.
DO THE RIGHT THING
ABOVE THE LINE™
YOUTH BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT
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Non-Profit Leadership Organization
Based on Biblical standards drawn from the Book of Colossians, Above the Line™ (ATL) provides young people a framework to live a life that is skillful, intentional, on-purpose and driven – while eliminating blaming, complaining and excuses.
Since the SoCal Coyotes unveiled the ATL program in 2013, they have shared it with more than a half-million youth ages 8-18, in 60+ public and private schools; dozens of youth sports leagues and camps; scores of churches from coast to coast; business workshops and seminars; and even the U.S. Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center at Twentynine Palms.
Based on Biblical standards drawn from the Book of Colossians, Above the Line™ (ATL) provides young people a framework to live a life that is skillful, intentional, on-purpose and driven – while eliminating blaming, complaining and excuses.
Since the SoCal Coyotes unveiled the ATL program in 2013, they have shared it with more than a half-million youth ages 8-18, in 60+ public and private schools; dozens of youth sports leagues and camps; scores of churches from coast to coast; business workshops and seminars; and even the U.S. Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center at Twentynine Palms.
The Coyotes make their home at Desert Chapel. Our pastors and faculty administer both ATL weekday classroom instruction at the school, and ATL morning youth services at Desert Chapel Church. With Desert Chapel Christian Schools as its flagship, The Coyotes are training and equipping qualified Above the Line™ partner-programs in Georgia, Tennessee, Illinois, Florida and Colorado.
There is power when faith, knowledge, creativity and happiness collide. Desert Chapel Christian Schools (DCCS) is a place where parents and children share the most pleasant times of their youth — and make dreams come true. DCCS is dedicated to the ideals, the dreams, and the hard facts that are uniquely American, and the people we carefully select to lead and inspire make these dreams reality.
DCCS is committed to keep moving forward, exploring and experimenting, faith-first, into imagination, and first-class education.
OUR MISSION
The purpose of Desert Chapel Christian Schools is to provide a Bible-based, quality education that inspires each student to pursue excellence in moral character, spiritual growth, and academic achievement; to assist Christian families in training their children to appreciate America's Christian heritage and culture, assume individual responsibility, and be worthy representatives of Jesus Christ; to challenge our students to demonstrate integrity in every aspect of life; and to serve others for the glory of God.
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Desert Chapel's cavernous Performing Arts Center easily seats over 1,000 for special events, concerts and symposia
DESERT CHAPEL PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
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YONDR
Educators around the world are seeing the damaging effects of phones on student engagement, social development, and mental health. Yondr has developed a unique product and program to allow schools to become phone-free, from arrival to dismissal.
Mission
Our Mission is to provide a pathway for spiritual Growth!
Vision
Our Vision is to strengthen the church with spiritually mature individuals living out their purpose.
Promise
Our Promise is to provide a biblically based pathway for spiritual growth.
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ENTREPRENEURSHIP & BUSINESS ACADEMY
The Entrepreneurship and Business Academy at Desert Chapel Christian Schools is excited to welcome all fall '24 students who are interested in exploring the areas of entrepreneurship, business, and finance. The Entrepreneurship and Business Academy will offer a rigorous academic curricula with business-themed concepts integrated into core courses as well as specialized elective course offerings.
The Academy will benefit from guest speakers, including executives from valued corporate partners.
DIGITAL MEDIA ACADEMY
The Digital Media Academy at Desert Chapel Christian Schools will be preparing young leaders for the digital world through cutting-edge international events and programs centered around emerging technologies and critical global challenges.
DESERT CHAPEL CHURCH
It starts with the “Chapel” of Desert Chapel Christian Schools. On top of being the oldest private school in the Coachella Valley, is the ONLY private Christian School in the Desert that is supported by a local church.
Desert Chapel is a place where people can meet Jesus, engage in life-giving community, and everyone is welcome. We believe in creating a space where people can have authentic encounters with Christ, discover their gifts and use them for God's glory.
DESERT CHAPEL BY THE NUMBERS
UNIQUELY DESERT CHAPEL
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12:1 Student-to-Teacher Ratio
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42 Years of Serving the Coachella Valley
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Interdenominational Fellowship in association with the International Church of the Foursquare Gospel
COMPREHENSIVE ACADEMICS
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Kindergarten through 12th Grade
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10 AP/Honors Courses
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8 Electives
FAITH AND SERVICE
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xx+ Hours Given per Year
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xx Organizations
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xx Average Hours per Student
NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED ATHLETICS
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xx Sports Teams
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xx% Athletes on Honor Roll
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xx College Athletes
GLOBAL ALUMNI NETWORK
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xx,000 Worldwide
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Robust Alumni Business Network
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xx% Staff are Alumni
UNPARALLELED ARTS
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xx Courses
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xx% of Student Body
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xx% of Artists on Honor Roll
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ACS WASC advances and validates quality ongoing school improvement by supporting its private and public elementary, secondary, and postsecondary member institutions to engage in a rigorous and relevant self-evaluation and peer review process that focuses on equity, inclusion, and access to high-level, rigorous learning opportunities for all students.
