(Yes, the initials are “PU,” as in “that smells”– sometimes it “stinks” to be a parent, but the blessings are more than worth it)  

Psalms 127:3 “Sons are a heritage from the Lord, children a reward from him.”

Parent University will provide the chance for you to:

† Become involved in your child’s education by volunteering! Research shows that such involvement causes children to behave better, earn higher grades, score better on tests and graduate at higher rates. (www.familyfun.com) Every responsibility is just as important as the next - no job is too small! We all work together to help this “body” become a strong Christian School. (I Corinthians 12:12)Our parents are instrumental in providing supplies and equipment for our students and teachers through fundraisers: Sally Foster, Christmas Store, Coin Drive, Box Tops, Used Uniform Store, and the annual golf tournament. 

† Have access to receive resources and information to help you stay in touch with your child’s education – grades and homework online 24 hours a day/ 7 days a week (At Parent University we call that “24-7”) that will help you stay in touch with your child’s progress; a website with resources on parenting (coming to www.fmcs-fl.com) - ways to help support your children and their teachers academically and spiritually.

† Attend special parent nights and events that will help us all become better parents – the parents that God has called us to be! Fellowship: You can also build relationships with other parents – we are all in this together!

Proverbs 22:6 “Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it.”

Parent University works because volunteering, fundraising, educating and supporting parents helps us “academically train and spiritually nurture students to become productive citizens in society and impact others for Jesus Christ.”

2008-09 Important Parent University Events:

 † August 25-September 12: Sally Foster/Entertainment Book Fundraiser
 † September 18 - "What to do when you find out your child is struggling academically" by Mrs. Myra Stewart, elem cafeteria, 7:00-8:00 pm
 † September 26-27: Creation vs. Evolution Weekend (see below)
 † October 10 - Silent Auction at the Annual Fund Banquet 
 † December 2,3,4: Christmas Store
 † April 20-24: Coin Drive
 † May 2: Golf Tournament

Parent University's Top Parent Resources
All Pro Dad - great advice and directions from Tony Dungy, NFL players, and other Christian role models	www.allprodad.com
Kellie Williams, ministry to women	www.exclamationpointliving.com
Book: "Rock-Solid Kids: Giving Children a Biblical Foundation For Life"	www.Christianbook.com
Book: "Transforming Children into Spiritual Champions" by George Barna	www.Christianbook.com
Fun Stuff for kids and parents	www.familyfun.com
Website for families	http://www.myfamilyminute.com/
Website for moms	www.imom.com
Sheridan House Family Ministries	www.shfm.org
Twelve Precepts of a Father's Calling	www.shfm.org
Tips for school and home	http://www.schoolfamily.com.
Praise Report
Parent University's first big event was 9/26-27, 2008 - Creation Science weekend with Eric Hovind of Creation Science Evangelism Ministries.  Millions of years ago..."- NOT! Thank you for a great Creation Science Weekend! We want to thank Eric Hovind, Pastor Finger, Colleen Marinello, Parent University, First Assembly of God, Masters Commission, NJHS, the 8th grade missions team, parents, students, guests and all who attended! What incredible information that we can use to be lights to the world.
Friday night, October 10th - The Annual Banquet and Silent Auction: FMCS would like to thank EVERYONE who helped to make the banquet and auction a great success (early number on the auction - $13,000!). I can't thank you all enough - God is faithful! Enjoy the video highlights of our kids singing, David Betzer singing with the kids and Jeff Taylor from WAY-FM!
Parent University Family Nights FMCS and Parent University would like to invite our families to attend our family nights this year. Come out and enjoy dinner or just a fun night with your friends at FMCS:   - Monday, October 27, 5:00-8:00, Chick-Fil-A at 4752 Colonial Blvd - Tuesday, February 24, 3:00-9:00 at Chuck E. Cheese (Chuck E. will be at parent pick-up at 2:30 on this day) - Tuesday, April 28, 5:00-9:00, Coldstone Creamery on S. Cleveland Ave. - teachers will mix up the ice cream

■  Introducing our Parent-Teacher Fellowship officers for 2008-09: Lisa Chlumsky- President; Susan Stockman - Vice President, Tracey Ames - Secretary; Aimee Kline - Treasurer.

Your involvement in PTF IS VERY MUCH APPRECIATED! Keep in touch with the latest announcements thru the link on our website. Email address: info@fmcs-fl.org