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A Word From The Coordinator
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It is hard to believe that we have made it halfway through this school year, that is if you follow a “normal” schedule! Well, buckle in because if you thought the fall semester was busy you are in for a wild ride in the spring semester. REACH has many activities this semester and we have done our best to consider the craziness that will be in our area surrounding the solar eclipse in April during the planning process.
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I hope everyone enjoyed their Christmas break and took the time to soak in the true meaning of this season. Let’s keep our focus on Christ this year and not the expectations of others.
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Board News
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Board Meeting Dates
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The next REACH Board meeting is set for January 9.
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January Library Dates
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It’s time to start thinking about who you will nominate for the position of coordinator for the 2024-2025 year. Persons nominated must be REACH members in good standing for at least 3 years. Nominations will be open from February 1 through February 15. A nomination link will be provided in the February newsletter. Read more
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REACH Meetings
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Are you new to homeschooling? Are you curious about Charlotte Mason style of homeschooling? Where does Dad fit in? Do you wonder about high school and beyond? If you ask yourself these questions and want answers, you’ll want to join us for our Homeschool Helps event this month! Read more here.
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PSP Day-Parties/Skating/Parks
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We will have a hot cocoa bar set up. Everyone bring your favorite board games. No sign-ups are necessary.
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We will do a Valentine's exchange and have a sweet treat for everyone. Sign ups coming soon.
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Clubs Spring 2024
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REACH Clubs are a great way to enjoy creative, educational, or adventurous activities with friends! We had some great clubs this fall! Do you have an idea for a REACH club for this spring semester? Email Lauren Scott at Lauren.Jesusismyjoy@gmail.com to get it started! Have as much of this info in your email as you can: Club Title and brief description, Age limits (if any), Name of club sponsor (person responsible for organization/handling of the club), Contact information for club sponsor, Sign-up process (Google Form, e-mail, text), Location, Times and dates, Student limit (if any), Supplies needed (if any).
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The Needy Paws Club will be meeting again this year! Here are the details: First Friday of each month from 10 am-12 pm (through May). All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. An adult from each family will be asked to sign a liability waiver by Needy Paws. Read more
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For February we will share Valentine cards with the residents. If you can bring cards, homemade or store-bought, please indicate this on the sign-up form. We will contact families about how many each family needs to bring closer to the event. Sign up by January 30 if planning to attend the February nursing home ministry club.
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Intensives Spring 2024
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REACH Intensives are a great opportunity to take a deep-dive on a subject or skill set. Want to lead a one-day essay-writing workshop for teens? Bring it. Want to do an intensive on Test Prep? Or teach a one-day class on calligraphy or other forms of art? We'd love it! Do you know someone in our community who you'd like to speak to our kiddos on a given subject or teach them a new skill? You can make that happen! If you have an idea for an intensive, send your info to Lauren Scott at Lauren.Jesusismyjoy@gmail.com. Try to include a title and description, date, time, place, host, speaker/teacher, cost (if any), age limit (if any), supplies needed (if any).
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Field Trips
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The Field Trip Committee is working to schedule trips for the Spring Semester. If you would like to host a Field Trip please contact Kelsey Duke at kelseyashlynduke@gmail.com
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Teen Events
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Its time for the annual Mystery Pizza Party! Last year's Clue Game was such a success that we decided to do it again. Teens need to bring $5 for pizza. Drinks and dessert will be provided. Feel free to bring board or card games as you will have some free time during the evening. Deadline to sign up is January 18th. Read more
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We will meet at Striker's Bowling Alley for bowling. Then, we will travel to Freddy's for ice cream. Teens will be responsible for the cost of bowling and ice cream. We will have more information about the cost when we confirm with Strikers. Read more
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The Spring Banquet is April, 19 2024. This is for 9th -12th graders! Juniors and Seniors are our special guests and 9-10th graders serve dinner and dessert and help with clean up. After Banquet activities are for 9-12th graders. At this time, the location is not finalized but we want to give everyone plenty of time to sign up. As soon as we have all the details, we will update the calendar and send out emails.
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It is time to start thinking about projects for the Discovery Fair! The discovery fair is planned to take place the evening of March 4th and 5th. Categories include: Science Projects, Culture Projects, Historical Projects, Art Projects, School Projects, and Family Projects. A thorough description of each category is included on the REACH calendar. Click the discovery fair link on the calendar dates of March 4th or 5th and you will find a red link titled "additional information about the categories."
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Spring Testing 2024
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Deadline to sign up is March 1, 2024
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Testing dates: TBD May 2024
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Cost: ~$30/student paid to BJUP when the order is placed in late February or early March
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More information to follow.
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GIVE TO REACH
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FlipGive - To become a team member, use code C339UZ when prompted.
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Fresh Roasted Coffee and Artisan Tea
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Box Tops 4 Education To join Box Tops 4 Education, you will need to use the Box Tops phone app to scan receipts within 14 days of purchase. Please select the Education Alliance of Little Rock as the school of choice.
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REACH Codes/Information
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REACH Library Information
The REACH Library is now located at Grace Fellowship Church -- 1007 N. Nashville, Russellville AR.
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Check the REACH Calendar for Library Day and instructions for entering the building.
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Local, State, or National Events
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**The following are not REACH-sponsored events but are provided for informational purposes only.**
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