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- Teacher Erika Huizenga | Pui Tak School
關於培德 學術項目 尼希米計劃 Giving Season 2022 Dropdown 「尼希米計劃」 Dropdown 捐贈培德 More Specials & Middle School Staff Erika Huizenga-Kim K-8 Art & 5th-8th Grade History Degrees: Elementary Education, BA, Trinity College Hometown: Highland, IN Family: I have a large extended family, but my immediate family consists of my parents, two older sisters, one younger sister, two younger brothers, and two brothers-in-law. Why did you come to work at PTCS? I love the community and support from fellow co-workers at Christian schools. After finishing up my teaching job overseas, I wanted to move back to the Chicagoland area and teach in a Christian school. Having a working environment where that is Christ-centered is such a blessing. What are your favorite moments with students? My favorite moments have been watching students get creative in art class. It’s always fascinating watching students create artwork. You get to see them use their imagination, improve their skills, problem-solve, and sometimes try something new. View Our Students' Art E-Portfolios
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- After School Program | Pui Tak Christian School | Chicago
Learn more about our after school program - Kids Korner, Tutoring, and Enrichment Classes! After School at PTCS Three Tracks · One Amazing Program Pui Tak Christian School's After School Program serves both PTCS students and the surrounding community from 3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. every school day. Here, students will be engaged intellectually, socially, and spiritually outside their academic day. Choose from any of our three After-School offerings, or mix and match and watch your student flourish! Kids Korner Kids Korner is focused on creating a supportive and engaging social atmosphere where students learn about themselves, complete homework, and enjoy interacting with their peers. Every day elementary-aged students participate in snack time, homework time, game time, and gym time. Preschool children participate in a variety of activities including group story-time, free play, and gym time. Rates 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. Program Yearly Rate: $1,600 Daily Rate: $16 3:00 - 5:30 p.m. Program Yearly Rate: $2,400 Daily Rate: $20 PTCS Student Registration Form Non-PTCS Student Registration Form Please send all completed registration forms to info@puitakschool.org or return printed copies to the main office. Thank you! Please Note: While listed on the form, Before School Care is only available to PTCS students. Thank you for your understanding. 1:1 Tutoring PTCS tutoring provides academic help for elementary aged students from certified teachers or paraprofessionals in a 1:1 setting. Subjects available for tutoring are Language Arts, Mathematics, and Mandarin. Students will be provided with a snack at 3:00 p.m. and then will proceed to go to tutoring. Students needing after-school care after their tutoring session may register for Kids Korner at an additional fee. Rates Hourly Fee $45.00 per hour (Pricing subject to change) Call PTCS for More Info Enrichment Classes Enrichment Classes are PTCS' most unique after-school offering! Our calendar of classes provide the opportunity for preschool and elementary aged students to explore and learn specialized subjects, such as musical instruments, dance, theatre, robotics, art and more! Classes offered and schedules change each semester. Classes are offered Monday to Friday at a variety of times. Check back soon for full list of classes offered this Fall! Rates Fees are charged according to class. Click below for registration information and our whole catalog of classes for this semester! More Information Questions ? Please contact us if you have any questions about PTCS' After-School Program! You can reach out to us by emailing info@puitakschool.org or by calling us at 312-842-8546.
- Teacher Gail Arnold | Pui Tak School
關於培德 學術項目 尼希米計劃 Giving Season 2022 Dropdown 「尼希米計劃」 Dropdown 捐贈培德 More Project Nehemiah 中 Elementary Staff Gail Arnold 2nd Grade Degrees: B achelor of Science in Education from Wheelock College and Master of Arts in Gifted Education from Northeastern Illinois University Hometown: Duquesne, Pennsylvania Family: My family consists of parents (my dad has passed away) and my 3 sisters and my husband who has passed away Why did you come to work at PTCS? I came to work at PTCS because I have a desire to see children grow in their learning about the Word of God and to grow in their academics! In addition, it's a school that promotes JOY in LEARNING and LOVE in TEACHING. What do you enjoy most about teaching ? I enjoy seeing students advance spiritually, academically and socially! What are your favorite moments with students? My favorite moments with my students are times when I see students reading and growing in their academic knowledge!
- Teacher Sophia Chong | Pui Tak School
關於培德 學術項目 尼希米計劃 Giving Season 2022 Dropdown 「尼希米計劃」 Dropdown 捐贈培德 More Preschool Staff Sophia Chong Junior Kindergarten Degrees: Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education/PK-4 from Cairn University in Pennsylvania Hometown: I am from Singapore but I spent my growing up years in and out of the island across Indonesia, Australia, China, and the United States. Family: I come from a family of four. My parents are missionaries currently based in Singapore. My older brother just finished his degree in Politics, Law and Economics and will be moving to New Zealand to seek God's calling for him. Why did you come to teach at PTCS? Since my days at university, I have felt drawn to teach at a school that really seeks to meet the needs of a community. I was disillusioned by institutions that seemed to operate more like businesses than schools on a mission to nurture their students. I wanted to work at a school with people that sought to live out their love. During my job search, I stumbled across PTCS - having never heard of it before the day I applied. After speaking with Principal Ho and getting a good idea of what PTCS stands for, the Lord moved my heart's desire to be here in Chicago. What do you enjoy most about teaching? I enjoy working in and with the community of believers - especially the staff/faculty's dedication to being a part of the body of Christ. I also enjoy just being a classroom teacher. Getting to know my students and their families always puts a smile on my face. What are your favorite moments with students? My favorite moments are the most unexpected, profound happenings when a student shows their compassion for a teacher or another student. I feel like I get to see a little glimpse of God's love in the tiniest of human beings.
- Zenus Chao | Pui Tak School
關於培德 學術項目 尼希米計劃 Giving Season 2022 Dropdown 「尼希米計劃」 Dropdown 捐贈培德 More Project Nehemiah 中 Board Member Mr. Zenas Chao Zenas has served in children and youth ministries at various churches and organizations for many years and hopes to see the impact of education at PTCS on preparing students to navigate life in an increasingly complex society. Currently, he serves as a director of CCUC Junior Camp, counselor in the Kingdom Seekers high school ministry, and Finance Chair of the Trustee board.
- Rev. Ming Lee | Pui Tak School
關於培德 學術項目 尼希米計劃 Giving Season 2022 Dropdown 「尼希米計劃」 Dropdown 捐贈培德 More Project Nehemiah 中 Board Vice President Rev. Ming Lee Rev. Ming Lee truly believes that education without Christian values is just education, but education with Christian values is everything that makes one a holistic person. He serves as the Mandarin Associate Pastor of the Chinese Christian Union Church.
- Admin Assistant Lynn Chan | Pui Tak School
關於培德 學術項目 尼希米計劃 Giving Season 2022 Dropdown 「尼希米計劃」 Dropdown 捐贈培德 More Administrative Staff Lynn Chan - Administrative Assistant Work Experience: Pui Tak Bookstore manager
- Kent Lau | Pui Tak School
關於培德 學術項目 尼希米計劃 Giving Season 2022 Dropdown 「尼希米計劃」 Dropdown 捐贈培德 More Project Nehemiah 中 Director of Operations for the Chicago Principals & Administrators Association Mr. Kent Lau Kent Lau is a lifelong Chicagoan and he is the Office Manager and Chief of Staff at Chicago Principals & Administrators Association. He has attended CCUC since a young age. He also serves as the Chair of the CCUC Board of Trustees, and he is on the board of Pui Tak Center.
- Teacher Richard Ward | Pui Tak School
關於培德 學術項目 尼希米計劃 Giving Season 2022 Dropdown 「尼希米計劃」 Dropdown 捐贈培德 More Special Subject Staff Richard Ward K-8th Grade Physical Education Degrees: Bachelor's in Architecture; Masters in Elementary Education Hometown: Chicago, IL Family: Wife and son Why did you come to work at PTCS? Inspired by Mr Postma to come and work in a position that I believe will truly impact students. What do you enjoy most about teaching? Seeing students put in the work and to show improvement while having fun. What are your favorite moments with students? I enjoy seeing students competitive nature while showing good sportsmanship toward their team and their competitors.
- Volunteer | Pui Tak Christian School | Chicago
Come spend time with our students or help out in the office, any amount of time can help us get a lot more done! 來做義工 親愛的培德同工, 您的時間對培德的孩子們來說都是十分寶貴的,感謝您選擇將您的時間奉獻給學校的事工。在我們建校的六十四年裡,許許多多志願者在這裏貢獻了自己的時間和精力,也看著我們的事工一步一步的繁榮壯大。今天,這個故事還在延續,而我們的義工不單只來自華埠,更有來自附近的大學生、家庭成員及經驗豐富的退休人員等等,還有不同基督徒組織及各個社區服務中心所派來的團隊。不論您是誰,不論您來自哪裏,我們都歡迎您來和孩子們共度美好的時光。如下為目前我們有需要的時段及項目: 上學的日子(九月至六月) 教室督導-8:30-3pm 課後欄目:課業輔導,生活教練,綜合輔導以及小朋友的玩伴 3-6:30pm 節日假期(十二月、一月、三月)3-6:30pm 由於大學生義工團隊會在這幾個月放假,我們的課後欄目需要您的幫忙(職責同上)。您可以以服侍小組,個人或者以家庭為單位來幫忙!請考慮換一種方式度過您的節假日吧! 暑期(六月至八月) 暑期啟航班:我們的暑期啟航班為期七週,在每年的七、八兩個月開辦,所以我們招募想要在暑假教書的老師及助教,歡迎青少年團契或服侍組前來參與! 行政辦公室需要:為了更好的迎接下一個學年度,暑假是我們校務處進行整改的重要時刻,我們極為需要您的幫忙! 週末時段 目前我們極需重新整理並擺放我們儲藏室的空間。若您感興趣,歡迎您來打掃、或者為儲藏室的重新佈局出一份勞力。 *服侍學習小組-儘管我們有很多來自CSM或Br. David Darst中心優秀的服侍團隊,我們同時也十分歡迎專程為培德學校而來的隊伍!請將您的想法電郵至 sarahtang@puitakschool.org 再一次感謝您花時間閱讀,也感謝您願意為我們奉獻的心。我十分期待您的回應! 謝謝, Sarah Tang 鄧茗君 拓展統籌 親愛的培德同工, 您的時間對培德的孩子們來說都是十分寶貴的,感謝您選擇將您的時間奉獻給學校的事工。在我們建校的六十四年裡,許許多多志願者在這裏貢獻了自己的時間和精力,也看著我們的事工一步一步的繁榮壯大。今天,這個故事還在延續,而我們的義工不單只來自華埠,更有來自附近的大學生、家庭成員及經驗豐富的退休人員等等,還有不同基督徒組織及各個社區服務中心所派來的團隊。不論您是誰,不論您來自哪裏,我們都歡迎您來和孩子們共度美好的時光。如下為目前我們有需要的時段及項目: 上學的日子(九月至六月) 教室督導-8:30-3pm 課後欄目:課業輔導,生活教練,綜合輔導以及小朋友的玩伴 3-6:30pm 節日假期(十二月、一月、三月)3-6:30pm 由於大學生義工團隊會在這幾個月放假,我們的課後欄目需要您的幫忙(職責同上)。您可以以服侍小組,個人或者以家庭為單位來幫忙!請考慮換一種方式度過您的節假日吧! 暑期(六月至八月) 暑期啟航班:我們的暑期啟航班為期七週,在每年的七、八兩個月開辦,所以我們招募想要在暑假教書的老師及助教,歡迎青少年團契或服侍組前來參與! 行政辦公室需要:為了更好的迎接下一個學年度,暑假是我們校務處進行整改的重要時刻,我們極為需要您的幫忙! 週末時段 目前我們極需重新整理並擺放我們儲藏室的空間。若您感興趣,歡迎您來打掃、或者為儲藏室的重新佈局出一份勞力。 *服侍學習小組-儘管我們有很多來自CSM或Br. David Darst中心優秀的服侍團隊,我們同時也十分歡迎專程為培德學校而來的隊伍!請將您的想法電郵至 sarahtang@puitakschool.org 再一次感謝您花時間閱讀,也感謝您願意為我們奉獻的心。我十分期待您的回應! 謝謝, Sarah Tang 鄧茗君 拓展統籌 親愛的培德同工, 您的時間對培德的孩子們來說都是十分寶貴的,感謝您選擇將您的時間奉獻給學校的事工。在我們建校的六十四年裡,許許多多志願者在這裏貢獻了自己的時間和精力,也看著我們的事工一步一步的繁榮壯大。今天,這個故事還在延續,而我們的義工不單只來自華埠,更有來自附近的大學生、家庭成員及經驗豐富的退休人員等等,還有不同基督徒組織及各個社區服務中心所派來的團隊。不論您是誰,不論您來自哪裏,我們都歡迎您來和孩子們共度美好的時光。如下為目前我們有需要的時段及項目: 上學的日子(九月至六月) 教室督導-8:30-3pm 課後欄目:課業輔導,生活教練,綜合輔導以及小朋友的玩伴 3-6:30pm 節日假期(十二月、一月、三月)3-6:30pm 由於大學生義工團隊會在這幾個月放假,我們的課後欄目需要您的幫忙(職責同上)。您可以以服侍小組,個人或者以家庭為單位來幫忙!請考慮換一種方式度過您的節假日吧! 暑期(六月至八月) 暑期啟航班:我們的暑期啟航班為期七週,在每年的七、八兩個月開辦,所以我們招募想要在暑假教書的老師及助教,歡迎青少年團契或服侍組前來參與! 行政辦公室需要:為了更好的迎接下一個學年度,暑假是我們校務處進行整改的重要時刻,我們極為需要您的幫忙! 週末時段 目前我們極需重新整理並擺放我們儲藏室的空間。若您感興趣,歡迎您來打掃、或者為儲藏室的重新佈局出一份勞力。 *服侍學習小組-儘管我們有很多來自CSM或Br. David Darst中心優秀的服侍團隊,我們同時也十分歡迎專程為培德學校而來的隊伍!請將您的想法電郵至 sarahtang@puitakschool.org 再一次感謝您花時間閱讀,也感謝您願意為我們奉獻的心。我十分期待您的回應! 謝謝, Sarah Tang 鄧茗君 拓展統籌 親愛的培德同工, 您的時間對培德的孩子們來說都是十分寶貴的,感謝您選擇將您的時間奉獻給學校的事工。在我們建校的六十四年裡,許許多多志願者在這裏貢獻了自己的時間和精力,也看著我們的事工一步一步的繁榮壯大。今天,這個故事還在延續,而我們的義工不單只來自華埠,更有來自附近的大學生、家庭成員及經驗豐富的退休人員等等,還有不同基督徒組織及各個社區服務中心所派來的團隊。不論您是誰,不論您來自哪裏,我們都歡迎您來和孩子們共度美好的時光。如下為目前我們有需要的時段及項目: 上學的日子(九月至六月) 教室督導-8:30-3pm 課後欄目:課業輔導,生活教練,綜合輔導以及小朋友的玩伴 3-6:30pm 節日假期(十二月、一月、三月)3-6:30pm 由於大學生義工團隊會在這幾個月放假,我們的課後欄目需要您的幫忙(職責同上)。您可以以服侍小組,個人或者以家庭為單位來幫忙!請考慮換一種方式度過您的節假日吧! 暑期(六月至八月) 暑期啟航班:我們的暑期啟航班為期七週,在每年的七、八兩個月開辦,所以我們招募想要在暑假教書的老師及助教,歡迎青少年團契或服侍組前來參與! 行政辦公室需要:為了更好的迎接下一個學年度,暑假是我們校務處進行整改的重要時刻,我們極為需要您的幫忙! 週末時段 目前我們極需重新整理並擺放我們儲藏室的空間。若您感興趣,歡迎您來打掃、或者為儲藏室的重新佈局出一份勞力。 *服侍學習小組-儘管我們有很多來自CSM或Br. David Darst中心優秀的服侍團隊,我們同時也十分歡迎專程為培德學校而來的隊伍!請將您的想法電郵至 sarahtang@puitakschool.org 再一次感謝您花時間閱讀,也感謝您願意為我們奉獻的心。我十分期待您的回應! 謝謝, Sarah Tang 鄧茗君 拓展統籌 親愛的培德同工, 您的時間對培德的孩子們來說都是十分寶貴的,感謝您選擇將您的時間奉獻給學校的事工。在我們建校的六十四年裡,許許多多志願者在這裏貢獻了自己的時間和精力,也看著我們的事工一步一步的繁榮壯大。今天,這個故事還在延續,而我們的義工不單只來自華埠,更有來自附近的大學生、家庭成員及經驗豐富的退休人員等等,還有不同基督徒組織及各個社區服務中心所派來的團隊。不論您是誰,不論您來自哪裏,我們都歡迎您來和孩子們共度美好的時光。如下為目前我們有需要的時段及項目: 上學的日子(九月至六月) 教室督導-8:30-3pm 課後欄目:課業輔導,生活教練,綜合輔導以及小朋友的玩伴 3-6:30pm 節日假期(十二月、一月、三月)3-6:30pm 由於大學生義工團隊會在這幾個月放假,我們的課後欄目需要您的幫忙(職責同上)。您可以以服侍小組,個人或者以家庭為單位來幫忙!請考慮換一種方式度過您的節假日吧! 暑期(六月至八月) 暑期啟航班:我們的暑期啟航班為期七週,在每年的七、八兩個月開辦,所以我們招募想要在暑假教書的老師及助教,歡迎青少年團契或服侍組前來參與! 行政辦公室需要:為了更好的迎接下一個學年度,暑假是我們校務處進行整改的重要時刻,我們極為需要您的幫忙! 週末時段 目前我們極需重新整理並擺放我們儲藏室的空間。若您感興趣,歡迎您來打掃、或者為儲藏室的重新佈局出一份勞力。 *服侍學習小組-儘管我們有很多來自CSM或Br. David Darst中心優秀的服侍團隊,我們同時也十分歡迎專程為培德學校而來的隊伍!請將您的想法電郵至 sarahtang@puitakschool.org 再一次感謝您花時間閱讀,也感謝您願意為我們奉獻的心。我十分期待您的回應! 謝謝, Sarah Tang 鄧茗君 拓展統籌
- About Us | Chicago | Pui Tak Christian School
Learn more about Pui Tak Christian School's mission, vision, values, history, and educational philosophy. Welcome to PTCS Pui Tak Christian School (PTCS) is a nonprofit institution dedicated to nurturing the next generation of leaders through a holistic education rooted in Christian values. With a focus on academic excellence, character development, and community service, PTCS provides a vibrant, global learning environment that empowers students to thrive. Our Distinctives Joy of Learning Low student-to-teacher ratio A comprehensive curriculum for curious learners Whole-child approach to education Creating Future Leaders Confident scholars with academic, social, emotional, and spiritual aptitude Care for the world and those around them Disciplined work ethic and respect for others Providing a Global Environment A Christian worldview in an urban environment Inter-cultural experiences Course requirement in Mandarin Chinese Serving the Underserved Commitment to inexpensive tuition Providing quality education to the community Our History 1953 Chinese Christian Union Church (CCUC) founded the first Nursery School (later Pui Tak Christian School) in Chicago Chinatown, with Ms. Helen Case as the founding director. Preschool students who only spoke Chinese would finally have a place to learn English and classroom readiness skills in preparation for Kindergarten in Chicago Public Schools. In addition to founding the school, Ms. Helen Case served as the first director. She served in this position for the next 35 years. 1989 Ms. Helen Case retires from CCUC Nursery School. Mrs. Sylvia Wu, PTCS’s second director and eventual Principal, begins her tenure. 2001 CCUC transfers Pui Tak Christian School operations to Pui Tak Center. 2012 Mrs. Sylvia Wu retires as Principal from Pui Tak Christian School. After 23 years of service, she continues to volunteer at the school up until today. Mrs. Bonnie Ho, the school’s third Principal, begins her tenure. 2017 PTCS graduates its first class of 8th grade students. PTCS becomes an independent entity. 2018 Capital Campaign: Project Nehemiah Phase I launches. 2019 Closes the deal on the 3.53 million property on 3120-3040 S. Canal St. Exceeds the 3.5 million fundraising goal. Project Nehemiah Phase I is complete. 2020 The celebration of the completion of Project Nehemiah Phase I is interrupted by the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Fundraising efforts are redirected to meet urgent family needs, including tuition assistant, rent support, and grocery expenses. 2023 The quiet phase of Project Nehemiah Phase II begins. The school is positioning to launch Project Nehemiah Phase II with the total fundraising goal of $32 million. May 18, 2024 Project Nehemiah Phase II launches with its benefit concert “Streams of Grace, Steps of Faith,” featuring legendary Taiwanese recording artist, Jeanette Wang, and mother and son piano duo, Two Piano Journey. Soon after the concert, PTCS reaches 30% of its $32 million goal. September 2024 PTCS hires The Future Firm as its architectural design firm. They rapidly begin work on the building program, and is diligently working with the school team in designing the new school building. A Letter from Principal Bonnie Ho 校長的話: 培德學校的辦學宗旨是務求幫助每位學生達到及超出國家學術標準水平。歷年來,愛荷華基本能力測驗(ITBS)的結果顯示,本校各班的學業成績均高於國家標準。事實上,全校有超過80%的班級已達到國家最高平均分,即98至99百分點的國家水平。這意味著與其他學校同年級相比,本校大部分學生的成績至少均超前半年至二年之多。 我們為同學們的好成績和到自豪。然而,教育工作者的使命是春風化雨,作育英才,斷不能單以成績界定學生的成功或失敗。學校不要單靠績分來推動學生自強不息,發奮向上。這很有可能讓成績較低的同學產生負面情緒,懷疑自己的學習能力,覺得自己不成器,無可救藥。 作為一間有使命感的學校,我們需要應用學術評估來支持及驗證學習的成果。為了鼓勵每位學生,我們必須加添另一衡量的準繩,就是神賜予我們從祂而來的洞察力去看待祂的奇妙創造──子女是神給父母的產業,是家長託付給學校的寶貴孩子。為幫助各學生都能積極參與,其關鍵在於我們要讓孩子曉得自己獨特之處,將天父賦予他們的內在潛能充分發揮。 有一位學生,我們就叫他“約翰”吧。他總是唧唧喳喳的講個不停,還經常在學校搞破壞。有些人會認爲他叛逆,是個搗蛋鬼,喜歡惹麻煩。我跟約翰聊過之後,發現他其實是一位追求真理、渴望幫助別人明白真理的學生。他常常急於表達自己在年輕的人生裡如何實踐真道。我看到約翰內心的寶貴所在。我從他身上見到了一位未來的牧師,而老師和家長所需要的是幫助約翰在日常生活裡學習自律。 常常有人跟我說,「培德」老師與衆不同之處,是因為他們並不著眼於孩子外在的行為不端,乃是誘導學生找出問題所在,抓到自己內裡獨特的潛能。就像主耶穌看祂的使徒西門一樣。當主耶穌第一次遇到西門的時候,祂給西門一個新的名字叫磯法,在亞蘭文裡磯法即是彼得,彼得翻出來就是“磐石”的意思。若彼得生命中缺失了什麼的話,那一定是磐石的素質。磐石是象徵堅定、穩健的品格,但彼得卻是一個衝動魯莽,反覆無常的人。其實,主耶穌所看到的是將來的彼得。 在我們眼裡看到的是一個“西門”, 而耶穌看到的卻是彼德,以為偉大的使徒。求神賜我們從祂而來的眼光來看每一個孩子,以致我們所見的不是今日的青澀學子,乃是他日的社會棟樑。 培德學校殷望與家長們在年輕人的教育、成長和發展上一起肩負使命。十年樹木,百年樹人,深信「培德」必繼續為夢想照亮前路。我期待與您攜手,引導及扶助並培育下一代,好使他們把天父賦予的恩賜與潛能發揮至極。 If a school is to be effective, academic assessments must be used to support and verify learning. However, PTCS believes that to support ALL students, a different measuring tape must also be employed, and that is our God-given perspective on His creation: the children whom parents have entrusted to us. The key to ensuring that each child is actively engaged often hinges on what we see in him or her and how well we appreciate each child’s God-given potential. There is one student, whom I will call “John,” who is always talkative and often wreaks havoc in the school. Because he often talks back and out of turn, some would see him as a troublesome, disruptive, and rebellious student. After spending time with John, I noticed that he is a person who seeks the truth and has a strong desire to help others understand the truth. I see a jewel inside of John. I see a future preacher in him. And, it is up to the teachers and parents to help John learn discipline in self-expression. I am often told that what sets our teachers apart is how they see beyond a child’s outward misbehaviors and catch a glimpse of his or her unique potential. We also see this reflected in how Jesus views people such as Simon. When Jesus first met Simon, He gave him a new name: Cephas, the Aramaic equivalent of Petros (Peter), which means “rock.” If there was anything Peter was not, it was a rock. A rock is a symbol of firmness and steadiness of character, but Peter was impulsive, hotheaded, and inconsistent. We see a Simon, but God sees a Peter, a great apostle. In the same way, we ask God to help us see each child with His eyes so that we seek not to see students just for what they are now, but for what they can become. It is our desire to partner with parents in the education, growth, and development of the young people who attend PTCS. We have very exciting days ahead at PTCS. I am looking forward to guiding, coaching, and seeing your child reach his or her full, God-given potential. In His Service, Mrs. Bonnie Ho Principal

