Wednesday, April 25th

Thirty-one students and four chaperones embarked on three days of nonstop fun and adventure in Savannah, Ga.

Only stopping for a quick lunch at Chick-fil-a, the travelers enjoyed the 5 hour bus ride catching up on some sleep, talking/laughing with friends, watching High School Musical 2, listening to music or playing games on their phones.

First stop was Wormsloe Historic Site.  The entrance is famous from the movie, Forest Gump.  Run, Forest, Run!!!

“The Wormsloe Historic Site, informally known as Wormsloe Plantation, is a state historic site near Savannah, Georgia. The site consists of 822 acres protecting part of what was once the Wormsloe Plantation, a large estate established by one of Georgia’s colonial founders, Noble Jones. The site includes a picturesque 1.5-mile oak avenue, the ruins of Jones’ fortified house built of tabby, a museum, and a demonstration area interpreting colonial daily life.”

Next the students had some free time down on the Savannah Riverfront, exploring River Street. “River Street runs along the broad Savannah River.  The century old buildings, once cotton warehouses, have been converted to antique shops, distinctive boutiques, art galleries, restaurants, inns and hotels.”  The students just enjoyed a chance to walk along the cobblestone making memories and taking pictures.  

Soon it was dinner time, and to properly get a taste of Savannah, one must go to Paula Dean’s restaurant called Lady and Sons.

After our bellies were full, we all headed back to the hotel to get some rest before a very early wake up call the next morning.

Thursday – April 26th

Rise and shine for a quick breakfast before boarding the bus at 7:15 to go to Tybee Island for a 8am dolphin watching cruise!
Between dancing to fun beach music and taking lots of pictures, we saw LOTS and LOTS of dolphins!!!

We also saw the smallest (no longer operational) lighthouse on Tybee Island.   Then the students took a tour of nearby Fort Pulaski.

“Fort Pulaski National Monument is located on Cockspur Island between Savannah and Tybee Island. It preserves Fort Pulaski, where in 1862 during the American Civil War, the Union Army successfully tested rifled cannon in combat, the success of which rendered brick fortifications obsolete. The fort was also used as a prisoner-of-war camp.”

 Continuing on, we stopped at Tybee Island lighthouse to allow the students a chance to climb to the top and get a fantastic view of the area.

Tybee Island lighthouse stands next to the Savannah River Entrance, on the northeast end of Tybee Island, Georgia. It is one of seven surviving colonial era lighthouse towers, though highly modified in the mid 1800s.

Grabbing a quick lunch, we all headed for some free time at the beach.  The weather was beautiful and the water a bit cool, but that didn’t stop several of the kids jumping right in. Later we divided into groups to tour the Tybee Island Marine Science Center.

The 10th graders began in the small science gallery that was filled with exhibits on the habitats indigenous to the Georgia coast. Live creatures include; baby turtles, spider crabs, puffers, clown fish, diamondback terrapins, corn snake, horseshoe crabs, and sea jellies.

The 11th and 12th graders started with a guided walk along the beach with a marine science educator. The students identified the wildlife that live in and around the ocean and discussed the impact of marine debris and shoreline development.

They even tasted seaweed.

After a super time on the beach, we stopped for a quick dinner at Five Guys on the way to the hotel in order to freshen up before heading to the theatre.

The show ended up being a huge hit with all of us!  We laughed, sang, and cheered.  Some students participated in the Stomp number and one even danced in the aisle with one of the performers. It was a perfect end to a full day of fun!

Friday, April 27th –

The morning started with a trolley tour of downtown Savannah.  Then the students toured the Savannah Candy Kitchen and received samples of praline, chocolate, and various taffy flavors.  Lunch was on our own as the students had some free time to explore the City Market area.
 

Last place to see on our itinerary – the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist.

And across from the Cathedral we were surprised to see the childhood home of Flannery O’Connor.  The seniors explained the significance, and we quickly snapped a picture of all of us in front of it to send to Mr. Leland.

Much was learned.  Memories were made.
Many thanks to ALL who made this trip happen!

Thank you House Audacia for continued acts of kindness:

• One Member displayed COMPASSION and KINDNESS when she encouraged her teammates after a tough loss in a soccer game.
• One Member is displaying ACADEMIC DILIGENCE in math.
• 3 Members were HELPFUL with the table cloths for open house.
• One Member SERVED by cleaning Mrs. Quillen’s whiteboard.
• One Member demonstrated HELPFULNESS by tidying up T12 after the 7th grade mock trial.
• One Member demonstrated HELPFULNESS by picking up and putting things away after Art History class.
• One Member displayed a HEART to SERVE by cleaning off the top of the boys’ and girls’ lockers.
• One Member SERVED by taking out Mrs. Quilen’s trash.
• One Member SERVED by holding the door open for their classmates.

Thank you House Fides for continued acts of kindness:

• One Member shows INITIATIVE by always being the first to jump in and help in Mr. Leland’s class.
• One Member displayed HONESTY and INTEGRITY when she search Dr. Williamsen out to confess that she had not done her homework and did not deserve a completion grade.
• 4 Members were HELPFUL with the table cloths for open house.
• 3 Members were CHEERFULLY HELPFUL to set up Mr. Leland’s room before and after colloquy.
• One Member has a consistent CHEERFUL attitude and willingness to read announcements in 2nd period each day.
• One Member went the extra mile to SERVE others by mopping up the floor from the overflowing urinal.
• 3 Members SERVED by taking out Mrs. Quilen’s trash.
• 2 Members SERVED by holding the door open for their classmates.
• 2 Members demonstrated HELPFULNESS by tidying up T12 after the 7th grade mock trial.
• One Members consistently demonstrates KINDNESS by opening the door for Mrs. Richardson.
• One Member SERVED by taking out Mrs. Sneed’s trash.
• One Member SERVED by taking out Dr. Williamsen’s trash.
• One Member displays ENTHUSIASTIC engagement in Spanish 1 class.
• 2 Members demonstrated HELPFULNESS by picking up and putting things away after Art History class.
• One Member displayed a HEART to SERVE by cleaning off the top of the boys’ and girls’ lockers.

Thank you House Sapientia for continued acts of kindness:

• One Member is continually displaying ACADEMIC DILIGENCE in math.
• One Member CHEERFULLY offered to vacuum Mr. Leland’s dirty floor.
• 3 Members were HELPFUL with the table cloths for open house.
• One Member was CHEERFULLY HELPFUL to set up Mr. Leland’s room before and after colloquy.
• 3 Members SERVED by taking out Mrs. Quilen’s trash.
• 2 Members SERVED by cleaning Mrs. Quillen’s whiteboard.
• 3 Members SERVED by washing the table tops and vacuuming the floor in Mrs. Quillen’s room.
• 2 Members demonstrated HELPFULNESS by tidying up T12 after the 7th grade mock trial.
• One Member SERVED by taking out Mrs. Sneed’s trash.
• 2 Members demonstrated KINDNESS by holding the door for others.
• One Member displays ENTHUSIASTIC engagement in Spanish 1 class.
• One Member displayed a HEART to SERVE by cleaning off the top of the boys’ and girls’ lockers.

Current House Standings at of 5/11/18

      645pts            607pts               631pts

CCS Warriors showed their spirit by attending Spirit Night at the recently opened Blaze Pizza.  Good food + good friends + 20% of proceeds for CCS = win/win for all!
 

House Sapientia showed their school spirit by hosting a Tailgate before the Varsity girls soccer game.  Members from all 3 Houses came out to eat, fellowship, and cheer on the Warriors.

Then after the game, House Sapientia hosted a movie night in the gym.  The movie was The Incredibles, and everyone brought pillows, blankets, chairs, and even a hammock to make the gym feel like home.  Thanks for an incredibly fun afternoon and evening, House Sapientia! 

Always looking for ways to serve and volunteer in the community, Erin Davis (our Community Service Prefect) organized a time for 7th-12th graders to work at Wings of Eagles Ranch to help get the ranch get ready for summer camps.

Wings of Eagles Ranch is a therapeutic horseback riding and outdoor adventure center in Concord.

Everyone worked hard and had fun, while being the hands and feet of Jesus!

“Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms.” 1 Peter 4:10