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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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DCCS has implemented a ban on all cell phones, earbuds, and smart watches while on campus during school, ASC, and athletics. In October, upon the arrival of our Yondr pouches, every student in grades 6-12 will receive a Yondr pouch. Students will be required to place their cell phone, earbuds, and/or smart watch in their pouch daily. Cell phones must either be turned off or put into airplane mode.
These pouches will have our DC logo on them as they are DCCS property and will be labeled with students' names. Daily pouch checks will take place to ensure students have placed and locked their belongings inside. Pouches will be unlocked at the end of the school day upon departure. Pouches will stay with students, in their backpack. Should we find a pouch intentionally damaged, the student will be suspended and the parent(s) will be billed $60 for a replacement pouch.
First offense If a student is found to not be using their pouch or is seen using their cell phone, earbuds, or watch, they will
be immediately given a Red Card and suspended from school. Should the same student continue to be defiant in this regard, expulsion may result.
In the meantime until the Yondr pouches arrive, we are asking students to keep with the same procedure, cell phones off or in airplane mode, and put away safely in their backpacks along with earbuds and smart watches. Students can and will have access to open their pouches to use their phone if needed with permission in the school office. If your middle or high school student does not have a cell phone, please email Miss Hailey, so we can add them to a does not have cell phone list. Elementary students with cell phones, earbuds, or smart watches will need to turn them into their teacher daily. Teachers will return items to the student at the end of the day upon dismissal.
THE EAGLE'S CALL
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“I have told you things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart, I have overcome the world.”
John 16:33
WEEKLY SCRIPTURE
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As we approach the release of progress reports on Monday, 10/7, we want to remind you of the important role you play in your students' academic success. One way to support your student and teacher(s) is by checking nightly to see if they have homework. Homework not only reinforces the day's lessons but also helps instill healthy habits of diligence and responsibility. We appreciate your support and partnership. Grades can be checked on FACTS.
In FACTS, you will be able to see all assignments, grades, missing assignments, etc. We encourage all of our parents and middle/high school students to check grades regularly in FACTS. If you have not set up your parent account yet, please go to https://factsmgt.com/parents/#family-online
Our school District Code is DCH-CA. If help is needed, please visit or contact our school office.
PROGRESS REPORTS
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We have completed our first full week of school. We are excited for all that the Lord is doing in and through our campus. As we approach the release of progress reports in a few weeks, we want to remind you of the important role you play in your students' academic success. One way to support your student and teacher(s) is by checking nightly to see if they have homework.
Homework not only reinforces the day's lessons but also helps instill healthy habits of diligence and responsibility. We appreciate your support and partnership. Grades can be checked on FACTS. In FACTS, you will be able to see all assignments, grades, missing assignments, etc. We encourage all of our parents and middle/high school students to check grades regularly in FACTS.
If you have not setup your parent account yet, please go to https://factsmgt.com/parents/#family-online Our school District Code is DCH-CA. If help is needed, please visit or contact our school office.
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10/7 - Christian V. (6th)
10/7 - Sheila Dilley
10/8 - Rosie C. (7th)
10/10 - Michel D. (10th)
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!
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DCCS requires each student to wear a school uniform every day which must be a DC polo (navy blue or gray) and uniform bottoms (navy, khaki, gray, black). Friday uniform is navy blue DC polo and uniform bottoms.
Girls may wear shorts, skirts and uniform dress (elem only) - these must be longer in length and 3” from the knee. Students that do not meet dress code requirements will not be allowed to attend classes and will be placed in OCS for the day or until they are able to become dress code compliant.
To order uniforms please visit https://www.globalschoolwear.com/school/DESE03 The lead time is about 10 days. Current promo code for 9/3-9/8 is XGBS6RPQHS - receive 10%, 15%, or 20% off.
UNIFORMS
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After School Care (ASC) is available daily for students in grades TK-8, 2:35 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. If your student will be staying for after school care, please be sure to complete the ASC form and turn it into the school office.
ASC does have a new phone number, 760-851-3172. Upon arrival for pickup, please call to let a staff member know you have arrived and your student(s) will be walked out.
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We do offer a hot lunch option through School Eatery for parents who wish to order. This option is offered on:
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Mondays: Jersey Mikes
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Wednesdays: Sonic
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Fridays: Round Table.
Prices vary on what items you select to purchase. You can order whichever fits your budget and preferences.
The link to order is https://schooleatery.ahotlunch.com/login the school code is DESC.
HOT LUNCH PROGRAM
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NAME ON BELONGINGS
Please be sure to label your student’s belongings such as lunch bags, backpacks, water bottles, jackets, and sweatshirts. If your student has left behind one of their belongings, please check the lost and found.
BOOK FAIR
This week is our Book Fair, October 8th - 11th. We have partnered with a new company, I55 Book Fairs, a Christian-based company who are passionate about raising a generation of inspired readers. All products are screened through the filter of faith, ensuring safety from unwanted knowledge, while still offering a wide selection of books. Their name comes from Isaiah 55, encompassing all we strive to do, knowing that nothing is impossible with God. We are excited to offer many new titles by various publishers. Students will have a preview day on Tuesday then a class shopping day on Thursday. All students are able to shop at the Bookfair after school with an adult between 2:30 and 4:00 pm.
If you would like to help during the book fair after school, 2:30-4:00, Mon. 10/8 - Thurs. 10/10 or during Grandparents Chapel on Friday, 10/11 from 9:00-11:00, please let me know by email. All hours volunteered will be credited towards your family volunteer hours.
GRANDPARENTS CHAPEL
Grandparents Chapel is Friday, October 11th at 8:30 a.m. in the Sanctuary with a reception in the Morrow Center following chapel and an opportunity to shop our Book Fair. Grades TK-5th will each have a special presentation.
ELEMENTARY NEWS
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HOMECOMING TICKETS
Homecoming, Under the Lanterns is Friday, October 18th from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Presale tickets are available for purchase from the school office for $20 pp. Tickets prices will go up after Friday, 10/4.
For more information please contact a member of ASB or the school office.
MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL NEWS
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SPORTS PHOTO CARD
New this year, Athletics is selling Sports Photo Cards. Cards can be purchased from the school office. A photographer will be photographing each athlete for team and individual pictures. With the purchase of the Sports Photo Card, you will receive your athletes team and individual pics as well as some highlight action shots from games.
We have a few options to choose from: a 1 sport card is $30, a 2 sports card is $40, and a 3 sport card is $50 - upon purchase, pending how many sports you choose to purchase for, photos of your athlete will be sent directly to your email, for each sport played.
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Seniors, would you like to have your own personalized parking spot?
For $100, you can purchase a parking spot and personalize it. Designs must be submitted to the office for approval prior to painting your spot. Please stop by the school office for purchase and approval.
SENIOR PARKING SPOTS
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We kindly ask that during morning drop-off and afternoon pickup, you keep the car line moving. If you need more time for any reason, please pull into a parking spot to allow the car line to flow smoothly.
Thank you for your cooperation!
MORNING DROP-OFF & AFTERNOON PICKUP
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In the spirit of our DCCS community, the Booster Club invites you to create a unique t-shirt for the upcoming Homecoming football game.
Contest Details:
Who Can Enter? Open to everyone and all-ages.
Theme - DC School Spirit
Submission Deadline - Designs are due to the school office by Wednesday, October 3rd.
Prize - Free t-shirt featuring your design and Bragging Rights!
Everyone who purchases a t-shirt will get FREE admission to the Homecoming Football Game on October 19th.
We are excited to see all of the creative designs and celebrate our school spirit together!
HOMECOMING T-SHIRT DESIGN CONTEST
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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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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
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Website: www.dceagles.org
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The official DCCS Instagram is: @DCEagles. Keep up with the latest news!
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The official DCCS Facebook is: https://www.facebook.com/mydceagles
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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.
MESSAGE FROM OUR HEADMASTER
The DCCS Speaker Series serves as a 'soft opening' to our Business, Entrepreneur, and Digital Media Academies. These academies are designed to provide rigorous content and encourage the application of higher-order thinking skills.
On select Wednesdays at 8 a.m., our middle and high school students are inspired and challenged by talented professionals like you from all walks of life.
Wed 10/3 - Josh Mason
Wed 10/9 - Scott Brandwein
Wed 10/30 - Curt Pessman
Wed 11/6 - Curtis Green
**MORE SPEAKERS TO COME!!**
JOSH MASON
WEDNESDAY - 10/3
Born in Birmingham and raised in East Sussex, Joshua Mason Akinwunmi is a British racing driver of mixed heritage. His mother is a third-generation Trinidadian and Grenadian of Indian descent, and his father is a first-generation Brit of Nigerian descent.
Josh's family relocated to Maresfield, East Sussex before his second birthday and Josh went on to attend Great Walstead School and Bedes School. Growing up, Josh was a keen football and rugby player, until at age 10, he underwent chest surgery to correct a congenital abnormality that temporarily prevented him from playing contact sports, and led him to turn his focus to driving simulator games.
Aged 14, Josh began racing go-karts, taking part in club racing at Buckmore Park and PF International in the Junior Max (Rotax), and selected Junior X30 classes at the end of the 2016 and 2017 seasons. Although 14 would be considered an extremely late age to start karting, Josh made steady progress winning rookie trophies before making the step into car racing.
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.
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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.
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.
Desert Chapel's cavernous Performing Arts Center easily seats over 1,000 for special events, concerts and symposia
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.
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.
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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.
