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We will know your child

“O LORD, you have searched me and known me! You know when I sit down and when I rise up; you discern my thoughts from afar.” – Psalm 139:1-2 In Psalm 139, David stands in awe that God knows everything about him and perfectly understands his ways. In the same way God knows your child’s likes and dislikes, their temperament and tendencies, we desire to know our students and point them to Jesus.

We will

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We will love your child

When did God start loving your child? From eternity past! Regarding the nation of Israel, God tells the prophet Jeremiah, “I have loved you with an everlasting love; therefore I have continued my faithfulness to you.” (Jeremiah 31:3) At Hill Country, we strive to love our students as Jesus loves them – unconditionally.

We will

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We will prepare your child

Ephesians 2:10 says, “For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.” We are motivated with a Christ-like passion to see students equipped to lay hold of the incredible life God has designed specifically for them – all to bring Him glory!

We will

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Reid Lee

There are many things we love about Hill Country,

but two of them are the close-knit community and our faculty. The greatest assets of this school are the teachers, staff, and coaches who invest so much of their time into our children to become Christian leaders and lifelong learners.

Reid & Marcia Lee

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One distinctive that sets Hill Country Christian School apart is our close-knit, Christ-centered community. We believe the best way to learn about our school is to hear personal stories from our faculty, parents, and alumni about their Hill Country experiences.

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Our Elementary students presented a unique (co-written by our very own Mrs. Cheng) and adorable Christmas Program - "The Game Changer!"

It was a fantastic night of music, laughs, and remembering the One who changed the Game - bringing God's love, grace, and salvation - our Savior Jesus Christ.

"And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord." Luke 2:10-11

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As part of their study of "Little in House in the Big Woods" by Laura Ingalls Wilder, our 2nd graders ventured to Pioneer Farms. They learned all about a pioneering lifestyle and made their own wax candles.

Our field studies tie to classroom curriculum and enrich learning experiences. Our students enjoy exciting trips to places like NASA, the San Antonio Missions, The Harry Ransom Center at UT, the Austin Aquarium, and the State Capitol. Visit our website to learn more about our curriculum and what your child would experience at our school: www.hillcountrychristianschool.org/academics/

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While 8th graders learned about Japan in World Cultures, in English, students read John Hersey's journalistic account, "Hiroshima," which follows the harrowing survival of six individuals after the first atomic bombing of an inhabited city.

Inspired by the story of Sadako Sasaki, students finished the unit by learning how to fold origami paper cranes, which symbolize peace and remembrance.

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@megaknytes11093 competed in their third qualifier meet and had a strong finish going into the League Championship next month. Along with their alliance partner, Westwood High School Slingshot, they are the first in the world to earn a 300-point score (240 without penalty) and are currently 45th worldwide!

They compete again on Saturday, January 27, for a chance to advance to regionals. Go MegaKnytes!

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Our 2nd graders recently showed their Enrichment teachers how grateful they are for them! Their signed lovingly read, "You Better Be-LEAF That Our Appreciation Is Un-FALL-tering!"

Learn more about our elementary enrichment offerings here:
https://www.hillcountrychristianschool.org/academics/elementary-school/

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Join us as Middle School Theatre presents “Peter Pan” by J.M. Barrie tonight, November 30, Friday, December 1, and Saturday, December 2, at 7:00 p.m.!

Explore with Peter, Wendy, John, Michael, Tink, the Lost Boys, a crew of motley pirates, one noisy crocodile, and a small but fierce band of Indians. This classic tale ventures through the boundless imagination of children who never wish to grow up. Suitable for all ages.

Tickets available for purchase at the door:
Adults $10; Students $8; Children under 10 years $5

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We had a full house today for our Elementary Christmas Chapel! Students introduced their classmates and parents to Bible characters present at the birth of Jesus Christ in their play "Heroes of the Nativity."

At Hill Country Christian School, we believe in guiding students in their walk with Christ through intentional spiritual formation. From integrating a biblical worldview into our curriculum to modeling Christian values to our students, Christ is central to everything we do. Learn more: https://www.hillcountrychristianschool.org/academics/elementary-school/

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Today is #GivingTuesday! Give From your Heart to Annual Fund
https://www.hillcountrychristianschool.org/support-us/online-donations/

Many of us spend from our wallets on Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Today, let's give from our hearts! Help fund classroom enrichments and enhancements for every student; donate to Annual Fund and help us increase parent participation by another 10%!
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We loved seeing our kindergarteners "gobble up" their Thanksgiving Feast with friends and family!

"O give thanks unto the LORD; call upon his name:
make known his deeds among the people." Psalm 105:1

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At Hill Country Christian School, we are so thankful for our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. The salvation, forgiveness, love, healing, peace, and blessings He offers are infinitely beyond anything we deserve.

We are also thankful for our HillCo families, your students, and the privilege of partnering with you. We pray that your family experiences God's love and joy as you celebrate His faithfulness this Thanksgiving.

"Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you." - 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

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Our preschoolers loved seeing their parents and grandparents for their Thanksgiving Feasts! We joy in partnering with your families to help cultivate a heart of thankfulness to God in your students.

"Enter into his gates with thanksgiving,
and into his courts with praise:
be thankful unto him, and bless his name.
For the LORD is good; his mercy is everlasting;
and his truth endureth to all generations."
Psalm 100:4-5

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#GivingTuesday, November 28: Give From your Heart to Annual Fund
https://www.hillcountrychristianschool.org/support-us/online-donations/

Many of us spend from our wallets on Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Next Tuesday, let's give from our hearts! Help fund classroom enrichments and enhancements for every student; donate to Annual Fund and help us increase parent participation by another 10%!
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Our 5th graders recently met Rita Auerbach, co-founder of Bags of Grace, and made Bags of Grace to donate to the center for the homeless. Items included food, water, clothes, and gospel tracts explaining the greatest message ever - that Jesus is the Way, the Truth, and the Life (John 14:6)!

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HillCo parents treated the junior class to an incredible Thanksgiving Feast!

Thanksgiving abounds in the Bible, and we'll share some of those verses in the coming week. Today's verse is from Colossians 2:7. It encourages us to walk with the Lord and to be rooted, built up, and established in Him - abounding in thanksgiving!

"Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in him, rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving." - Colossians 2:7

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First graders celebrated their HillCo dads with our annual "Thankful for Dads" event. Students read books they wrote to their fathers, sang, and enjoyed breakfast together. From Proverbs 17:6, we learn that "the glory of children are their fathers," and we love reinforcing this important God-ordained role.

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We officially collected 643 shoeboxes of gifts for Operation Christmas Child - over 100 more than last year! High school students helped load the boxes after collecting them from students. Praise the Lord for the impact this will make on children around the world!

"...It is more blessed to give than to receive." - Acts 20:35
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During our all-school Operation Christmas Child collection chapel, we had an exciting time of worship and celebration. We collected boxes for Operation Christmas Child and are praying that children across the world will come to know the love of Christ through these gifts.

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Our Elementary students held their annual Veterans Day chapel this week. They recited the pledges, sang patriotic songs - explaining their significance - and honored our current and former men and women in the military. We were blessed to have HillCo Grandparents attend also!

At Hill Country Christian School, we thank everyone who serves and has served in our armed forces. We want to hear which branch you served in - let us know in the comments!

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BIBLICAL CONFLICT RESOLUTION: Matthew 18:15-17

In contemporary American culture, it’s easy to complain, vent, gossip, criticize, slander, and even cancel another person because they offended us (or really for any reason). It’s easy because the canceling is done remotely via social media, group chats, etc. Worse yet, given the correct skill set or enough resources, we can multiply our own voice and cause by unleashing a swarm of BOTs to accomplish the same things in great numbers, all triggered by AI!

Biblically, if someone sins against us, we should first speak to him or her privately to air our grievance. Next, if the offense continues, we should take one or two along to speak privately with him or her again. If the person continues to sin against us, take it to the church (Matthew 18:15-17).

The authentic Christian community we aspire to at Hill Country Christian School of Austin requires we apply this biblical conflict resolution principle.

In our school policy called "The Matthew 18 Principle," the application of Matthew 18:15-17 is generalized to apply to any offense, not just a response to sin.

1. If someone offends you, speak to them privately about it. If you resolve the offense, you’ve won over a brother or sister. According to Paul A. Kienel, former President of the Association of Christian Schools International (ASCI), this will solve the problem about 80% of the time.

2. If your first attempt fails, try again, accompanied by one or two friends. Paul A. Kienel suggests that 98% of interpersonal conflict would be solved after steps 1 and 2.

3. If the offense continues, take the matter to the school. This should be a rare occurrence!

How does this apply in a school environment?

• If a parent has an issue with a teacher, that parent shouldn’t air the issue in a group chat with other parents - he or she should first speak with the teacher directly and privately.

• If a student (in middle or high school) has a problem with a grade they received on an assignment, they should first speak directly and privately with the teacher.

80% of the time, this will solve the problem.

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A panel of our very own military veterans interviewed 8th grade candidates to lay the wreath in a ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Solider in Washington, D.C., this spring.

The panel was impressed, commenting on the students' poise, expressions of patriotism and faith, and spiritual and emotional maturity.

Congratulations to the following students for being chosen to participate in the ceremony:

Alina L.
Izzy P.
Noelle S.
Bella Y.
Zechariah U. (alternate)

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