2016–2017 Student Activities Participation Guide

CA/HI PARTICIPATION GUIDE

2016/17

Welcome 3

Director’s Letter 4 Registration Guidelines 5

Important Notice 6

Event ID’s 7

EVENTS

Art Festivals 8

Creative Writing Festivals 9

Math Olympics 10

Math League 11 Middle School Leadership Conferences 12

Music Festivals - Choral

Elementary Choral Festival 13

Junior High Choral Festival 14

Senior High Musicale 15

Music Festivals - Instrumental

Band & Orchestra Festivals 17

Honor Band & Symphony Festivals 18

Handbell Festival 19 Piano Festivals 20

Solo/Ensemble Festival 21

Science Fairs 22

Speech Meets

Elementary Speech Meet 24 Junior High Speech Meet 25 Senior High Speech Meet 26

Spelling Bees 27

Technology Fair 29

Contents

Enabling Christian educators and schools worldwide to effectively prepare students for life.

ACSI California/Hawaii RegionStudent Activities Participation Guide

This Student Activities Participation Guide provides you with essential information on how to involve your students in these academic and fine arts programs. You will find descriptions of each event, requirements for participation, as well as dates and locations.

The mission of the ACSI Student Activities Program is to partner with Christian school educators to enhance learning in ACSI member schools through effective and well-run academic and fine arts events that evidence a Christian worldview.

ACSI Student Activities events are chaired by Christian school administrators and teachers who volunteer their time and skills to make these academic and fine arts programs a success.

Participation in the ACSI Student Activities Program is a benefit of membership in ACSI. The California/Hawaii Region is pleased to offer student activity events that complement the academic, arts, and music programs of member Christian schools. The ACSI staff is honored to support the efforts of the many talented individuals who chair and coordinate these events.

REGIONAL STAFF

Cecil SwetlandRegional Director

Dale PhillipsDirector of Accreditation

Suzie MohlerEarly Education Field Director

Marilyn PhillipsExecutive Assistant

Megan IlertsenStudent Activities Coordinator

Andrea FranceAdministrative Assistant

CONTACT INFORMATION

ACSI California/Hawaii Student Activities910 East Birch Street, Suite 260

Brea, CA 92821

P: 714.256.1287 | F: 714.256.4085

E: [email protected] Student Activities enhance learning beyond the classroom by equipping Christian schools and educators while challenging students toward God-honoring applications of their leadership skills, fine art talents, and academic abilities.

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Student ActivitiesMission Statement

Welcome to the Student Activities Participation Guide for the California/Hawaii Region!

The ACSI Student Activities Program is designed to fit the unique needs of each geographical region of the association. The California/Hawaii Regional staff serves member schools by coordinating school registration, providing resource manuals for event chairmen and school coordinators, and assisting those involved in each event to make the event of value for each student. The events are chaired and hosted by member schools at a variety of locations throughout the region.

The ACSI staff is pleased to serve you in the California/Hawaii Region this year. Megan Ilertsen is the Student Activities Coordinator and will be handling all the registration and will be the main person to answer your questions.

The ACSI Student Activities program offers a variety of academic and fine arts events to effectively prepare students for life so that they may acquire wisdom, knowledge, and a biblical worldview as evidenced by a lifestyle of character, leadership, service, stewardship, and worship. I trust that the ACSI Student Activities will be a great time of fellowship and encouragement for you and your students. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our office.

Yours in Christ,

Dale PhillipsDirector of Accreditation, Student ActivitiesACSI California/Hawaii Region

A Note From the Director | Dale Phillips

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How to Register for ACSI Student ActivitiesThis guide will assist your School Activities Coordinator (or the individual within your school

designated to oversee all ACSI Student Activities in which your school participates).

Read the Student ActivitiesParticipation GuideThis guide describes each of the events, expectations for participation, event locations, and dates. Discuss these events with your faculty and related staff members.

Choose Your EventsSelect the date and location that works best with your school calendar. Make sure the event date AND the event registration deadline appear on your master calendar. Be sure to select a first and second location choice because some events do fill up. (Register right away for Spelling Bee, Math Olympics, and Elementary Speech Meet as these tend to fill up the quickest.)

Appoint an Event Coordinator for Each Event for Which You RegisterThis is the individual within your school that is responsible for the oversight of a particular ACSI event. Your event coordinator communicates with your school activities coordinator and the event chairperson—the individual responsible for organizing the ACSI Student Activity at the event site.

Fill Out the Registration Form Inthe Back of this GuideBe sure to complete ALL information requested. Giving the full name of your event coordinator for each event is important. The event chairperson will mail or e-mail important event information to this person. Calculate the total school registration fees and enter total in the space allotted. School fees are nonrefundable.

Meet the DeadlineE-mail, mail or fax the form and payment to our California/Hawaii office. Registration postmarked or received by October 31 will qualify for the Early Bird Fees.

Registration received after this date will pay the Regular Fees. The final deadline for sending all registrations is November 15. You will receive confirmation for the events within 10 days of receipt of registration.

Distribute Confirmation Letters to Your Event CoordinatorsYou will receive confirmation letters for each of your event coordinators. Make sure they understand the anticipated deadline and the number of adult worker requirements for that event.

IMPORTANT — Have Your Event Coordinators Download the Handbooks on ACSI.orgThe handbooks for each event are available online at: ACSI.org (see p.6 for details). ACSI event participation and resources are available only to ACSI member schools, therefore we ask that you keep the handbook passwords confidential. Passwords are provided with your confirmation.

Student Accident Insurance

Screening Requirements

All schools participating in an event with the Association of Christian Schools International should ensure that they have adequate insurance coverage for the school, students, and sponsors/teachers. ACSI does not assume responsibility for any insurance. The school’s student accident insurance should cover most reasonable and customary medical expenses. Workers’ Compensation coverage should cover employees/teachers.

By registering for Student Activities you are agreeing to ensure that all staff and volunteers the school provides meet the school’s internal policies and standards as well as state requirements for working with children in a K-12 private school setting.

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All CA/HI Student Activities information and resources

are available on ACSI’s website

www.acsi.org

Please bookmark the California/Hawaii regional web address to stay up-to-date on CA/HI Student Activities and all things ACSI in your area!

https://www.acsi.org/region/californiahawaii

Don’t miss out! ConNEXUS (my.acsi.org) is still active and we strongly encourage you to stay connected with your peers through specialized groups and discussions, as well as take advantage of incredible professional development opportunities! ALL staff and faculty members have access to this unique online community just for your school being a member of ACSI! For more information, please

contact the CA/HI Regional Office at 714.256.1287 or e-mail [email protected].

Important Notice

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What are Event ID’s?

Event ID’s are the 5 digit codes that our California/Hawaii Regional Office uses to identify specific events and manage event registration. You will use this code when filling out the event registration form!

The CA/HI Regional Student Activities Office uses a FileMaker Pro database to input all event registrations, and the best way to link your school with a particular event is through these ID codes! And yes, each part of the code means something! They are created to help us quickly determine the event type and location. Here is a broken-down example:

Math Olympics (34) in Southern California District 2 (Event 1 of 2 in District 2)Translation...

34 S 2 1

Event CategoryDistrict #

Event # withinthe district.

Regional Location

Number based on our regional accounting codes

“S” - Southern California“N” - Northern California“H” - Hawaii“R” - Regional“I” - International

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The ACSI Art Festival brings together the work of student artists who have placed at their school’s own art festival. Each exhibit should demonstrate a student’s ability in applying their God-given skill in using appropriate techniques for their chosen medium.

All artwork that has been done during the current school year is eligible. All entries must be the original work of the student; no kit projects. The festival chairperson for each site will determine the number of student entries per school, depending on the size of the event (Plan A or Plan B). Categories include painting, drawing, printmaking, graphic arts/ calligraphy, sculpture, photography, and crafts.

All students receive a merit award ribbon according to the quality of work and not in competition with the other exhibits. First, Second, and Third places are awarded rosettes per grade level. In addition, a Theme Award rosette is also presented in each grade level. (The festival theme is announced by each chairperson and varies from festival to festival.) The Best of Show rosettes (4) are presented to the most outstanding entries; one for grades K–2, one for grades 3–5, one for grades 6–8, and one for grades 9–12.

Once registered for this event, additional guidelines can be found in the Coordinator’s Handbook, available for download on the CA/HI Student Activities page on the ACSI website: www.acsi.org.

FEESAll fees are to be paid with a school check made out to ACSI (no personal checks, please). School Fee: $65 by October 31 ($85 thereafter) Student Participation Fee: $8 per student if postmarked by the Chairperson’s deadline ($13 thereafter)

Art Festivals | Grades K–12

38S11 March 10, 2017 | Rancho Santa Fe | Horizon Prep Christian School38S21 May 17-19, 2017 | Westminster | Bethany Christian Academy38S22 May 8-12, 2017 | Anaheim | Independence Christian School (SITE FULL)38S51 May 5, 2017 | Lancaster | Bethel Christian School38S52 February 28 - March 3, 2017 | West Covina | Jubilee Christian School38S81 April 20, 2017 | Bakersfield | Olive Knolls Christian School

Event ID | Date | Location

EVENTS IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

EVENTS IN NORTHERN CALIFORNIA

38N11 April 18, 2017 | Madera | Crossroads Christian School38N21 May 5, 2017 | Sacramento | Capital Christian School38N51 May 5, 2017 | Concord | King’s Valley Christian School38N61 March 16, 2017 | Morgan Hill | Crossroads Christian School (SITE FULL)

*Note: Some of these venues are open for multiple days to allow visitors to view the projects. Please contact the Event Chairperson for additional event details.

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The ACSI Creative Writing Festival provides the opportunity for young authors to have their work evaluated by judges. Works that receive a Superior rating will be re-evaluated at a regional level, and select works will be included in a regional publication. All work is submitted by mail, students do not travel. A school may register a maximum of four (4) students per grade level.

Three judges will evaluate each work. An average of the three scores will determine the student’s merit rating. All students will receive a certificate of participation and a ribbon indicating Superior, Excellent, or Good. Students will also receive copies of the judges’ evaluations.

All works must be word-processed. Students will be required to submit one (1) digital copy (Microsoft Word format only) and three (3) hard copies of their work by the date of the event. Teachers must verify that the student’s work has not been plagiarized and meets the word count requirement. Students should save an electronic copy of their work until judging is completed.

DEADLINESAll work must be submitted to the Event Chairperson by the date of event as noted below. Submissions not organized per instructions in the Coordinator’s Handbook will be returned un-evaluated. Entries postmarked after the deadline will be returned un-evaluated.


FEESAll fees are to be paid with a school check made out to ACSI (no personal checks, please). School Registration Fee: $65 by October 31 ($85 thereafter) Student Participation Fee: $10 per entry if postmarked by the Chairperson’s deadline ($15 thereafter)

Event ID | Date | LocationEVENTS IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA


43S21 February 17, 2017 | Westminster | Bethany Christian Academy (SITE FULL)43S41 February 17, 2017 | Bermuda Dunes | Desert Christian Academy (SITE FULL)43S51 February 17, 2017 | Lancaster | Vineyard Christian School (SITE FULL)43S52 February 17, 2017 | West Hills | West Valley Christian School (SITE FULL)

43N21 February 17, 2017 | Sacramento | Bradshaw Christian School (SITE FULL)

CATEGORIES: Poetry—Rhymed Poetry—Free Verse Essay Short Story

GRADE LEVEL DIVISIONS: Grades 4–5 Grades 6–8 Grades 9–12

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**Additional sites are needed for this event. If you are interested or willing to chair/host this event, please contact the ACSI CA/HI Regional Office at 714.256.1287 or e-mail [email protected].

Creative Writing Festivals | Grades 4–12

The ACSI Math Olympics challenges students in two categories: Arithmetic Computation and Mathematical Reasoning. Students in grades three through eight (3–8), compete with students in their own grade level. The number of students each school may enter depends on your location in the CA/HI region: Southern California: 2 students per category per grade level, maximum 24 students. Northern California: 3 students per category per grade level, maximum 36 students. Mail-in Events (SCA and NCA): 3 students per category per grade level, maximum 36 students.

Providing adult workers is a condition of participation in the ACSI Math Olympics. Schools that do not provide an adequate number of adult workers should expect to have their students observe, but not participate in the event. Participating schools will be required to bring four (4) adults to the Olympics to assist. Two of the individuals should be teachers who will be asked to administer tests. The others will assist as monitors and graders. All students receive a certificate of participation. Rosettes are awarded to the top five places in each grade level category. The top student in each category, with a score of 85% or higher, is awarded an Olympic-style medallion.


FEESAll fees are to be paid with a school check made out to ACSI (no personal checks, please). School Registration Fee: $65 by October 31 ($85 thereafter) Student Participation Fee: $9 per student if postmarked by the Chairperson’s deadline ($14 thereafter)

34S11 March 31, 2017 | San Diego | Horizon Christian Academy34S12 March 3, 2017 | Rancho Santa Fe | Horizon Prep Christian School - NEW34S21 April 7, 2017 | San Juan Capistrano | Stoneybrooke Christian School34S22 April 21, 2017 | Mission Viejo | Mission Viejo Christian School34S31 March 17, 2017 | Lomita | Harbor Church Schools34S32 March 10, 2017 | Whittier | Whittier Christian - Maybrook (Grades 3–6 Only) (SITE FULL)34S33 March 16, 2017 | Whittier | Whittier Christian JH - Newlin (Grades 7–8 Only)34S41 March 10, 2017 | Palm Springs | Desert Chapel Christian School34S42 February 24, 2017 | Riverside | Bethel Christian Schools34S43 April 7, 2017 | Rancho Cucamonga | Upland Christian Academy (SITE FULL)34S51 April 7, 2017 | West Hills | West Valley Christian School34S71 March 3, 2017 | Santa Maria | Pacific Christian School34S81 March 3, 2017 | Bakersfield | Stockdale Christian School34R91 April 1, 2017 | Brea | ACSI CA/HI Regional Office (MAIL-IN EVENT)



34N11 March 18, 2017 | Merced | Providence Christian School34N21 March 10, 2017 | Grass Valley | Forest Lake Christian School (SITE FULL)34N22 February 24, 2017 | Lodi | Lodi Christian School (MAIL-IN EVENT) 34N51 February 24, 2017 | Santa Rosa | Rincon Valley Christian School (MAIL-IN EVENT)34N62 March 25, 2017 | San Jose | Milpitas Christian School (SITE FULL)34R91 April 1, 2017 | Brea | ACSI CA/HI Regional Office (MAIL-IN EVENT)

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Math Olympics | Grades 3–8

The ACSI Math League is an activity that takes place on your campus. There are six sections of competition: Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, and Calculus. Within each section there will be a series of 4 tests. Each test consists of 5 questions.

You may allow as many students as you want to take the test. Only the top 5 scores will be reported. Students must be enrolled in the subject area in which they are participating. Students may participate in only one category.

Tests will be given between March 1 and April 15. You have the choice of when to give the tests during that time period.

A certificate of participation will be given to all students who take the tests. Ribbons will be given for the highest individual cumulative score per section in each school. Medals will be given for the highest individual cumulative score per section. A plaque will be given to the highest school cumulative score per section. The tops scores for each category will be entered into the national competition.


FEESAll fees are to be paid with a school check made out to ACSI (no personal checks, please). School Registration Fee: $65 by October 31 ($85 thereafter) Student Participation Fee: $40* per section *Cost includes tests, solutions, instruction booklets, score sheets, cumulative record forms, monthly result sheet, and awards.

35R91 March 1, 2017 | Brea | ACSI CA/HI Regional Office (MAIL-IN EVENT)

Event ID | Date | LocationREGIONAL EVENT

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Math League | Grades 8–12

Dr. Sean McDowell is a gifted communicator with a passion for equipping the church, and in particular young people, to make the case for the Christian faith. He connects with audiences in a tangible way through humor and stories while imparting hard evidence and logical

support for viewing all areas of life through a Biblical worldview. Sean is an Assistant Professor in the Christian Apologetics program at Biola University and the Resident Scholar for Summit California.

David Tieche joined WestGate Church as a Teaching Pastor in 2014. He moved to the Bay Area in 2001 as part of Teach For America, and he was an English teacher in the San Jose Unified School District for 7 years, teaching Senior English and AP English. A former journalist, David was a co-author of the One

Year Devotional for Men published by Zondervan in 2012, the Life Application Study Bible Devotional published by Tyndale House Publishers in 2011 and along with Josh Shipp is the co-author of the book The Grown-ups Guide to Teenage Humans to be published by HarperWave in September of 2017.



11S91 October 28, 2016 | Pasadena | Lake Avenue Church

11N91 October 18, 2016 | Modesto | Modesto Covenant Church11N92 October 20, 2016 | Fremont | Centerville Presbyterian Church

The ACSI Middle School Leadership Conference is a one-day conference designed to give participants information on how to become a Christian leader in their school. There are also times for them to share what is going on their school, and react to the information that has been shared with them at the conference, within their peer groups. There will be speakers, reaction groups, and informal activities planned to give a good balance of instruction and fellowship.

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Date: October 28, 2016Time: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Location: Pasadena, CA

Early Bird Fees (Before October 14): School Fee: $65 Student Fee: $33* Adult Fee: $13*

Regular Fees (After October 14): School Fee $85 Student Fee $43* Adult Fee $23*

*Includes lunch

NORTHERN CALIFORNIA

Date: October 18/20, 2016Time: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Location: Modesto, CA (18th) Fremont, CA (20th)

Early Bird Fees (Before October 7): School Fee: $65 Student Fee: $20

Regular Fees (After October 7): School Fee $85 Student Fee $30

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Middle School Leadership Conferences | Grades 6–8


The Elementary Choral Festival is both an educational and performance event. Choirs must be a functioning group within a school, comprised of students in grades four through six (4–6). The choral festival is comprised of an early evening rehearsal followed by a public concert during which each choir performs two selections and is adjudicated by a guest conductor. The program concludes with a performance of the combined choir selections. Parents and guests are welcome.

School choirs prepare two (2) selections of required repertoire (see below) for a combined performance with other choirs at the conclusion of the festival. Each choir also prepares two (2) sacred or patriotic songs for adjudication by the guest conductor. Because the focus of the festival is on vocal production, use of body motions shall be limited to those written into the score by the composer (e.g. hand claps, finger snaps). All selections must be published works appropriate for the elementary voice, memorized, and accompanied by piano only (no taped music). Use of photocopied music is not permitted.

This festival is not a competition. Choirs are adjudicated by the guest conductor and written evaluative comments along with certificate of participation are provided to the choir director at the conclusion of the festival.

Once registered for this event, the Coordinator’s Handbook and repertoire lists will be available for download on the CA/HI Student Activities page on the ACSI website: www.acsi.org.

ACSI Choral Festival Music is available through Chandler Music by calling 800-445-6874

20% discount if ordered before December 1st

FEESAll fees are to be paid with a school check made out to ACSI (no personal checks, please). School Fee: $65 by October 31 ($85 thereafter) Student Participation Fee: $3 per student (max of $225 total) if postmarked by the Chairperson’s deadline ($8 thereafter)

18S31 March 24, 2017 | Downey | Calvary Chapel Christian School (SITE FULL)18S41 March 3, 2017 | Murrieta | Calvary Murrieta Christian School (SITE FULL)18S42 April 27, 2017 | Alta Loma | Alta Loma Christian School 18S51 March 2, 2017 | North Hills | Valley Presbyterian School



*CHAIR/HOST NEEDED

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Elementary Choral Festivals | Grades 4–6

The Junior High Choral Festival is both an educational and performance event. Choirs must be a functioning group within a school, comprised of students in grades seven and eight (7–8). Middle schools may include 6th

graders. Each school choir will have the opportunity to be adjudicated by the guest conductor and perform the mass choir pieces at a public concert in the evening. Parents and guests are welcomed to attend this command concert.

School choirs prepare four (4) selections of required repertoire for a combined performance with other choirs at the conclusion of the festival. Each choir also prepares two (2) sacred or patriotic songs for adjudication by the guest conductor. Because the focus of the event is on vocal production, use of body motions shall be limited to those written into the score by the composer (e.g., hand claps, finger snaps). All selections must be published works appropriate for the early adolescent voice, memorized, and accompanied by piano only (no recorded music). Use of photocopied music is not permitted.

The festival is not a competition. Choirs are adjudicated by the guest conductor and written evaluative comments are provided to the choir director at the conclusion of the festival. A certificate of participation and a written adjudication are presented to each choir director.



20% discount if ordered before December 1st

FEESAll fees are to be paid with a school check made out to ACSI (no personal checks, please). School Fee: $65 by October 31 ($85 thereafter) Student Participation Fee: $5 per student (max of $250 total) if postmarked by the Chairperson’s deadline ($10 thereafter)

20S31 April 4, 2017 | Long Beach | Lakewood Christian Schools20S41 April 8, 2017 | Riverside | Riverside Christian Schools20S51 March 31, 2017 | Lancaster | Desert Christian Schools



*CHAIR/HOST NEEDED

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Junior High Choral Festivals | Grades 7–8



22S91 March 16-17, 2017 | Pasadena | Lake Avenue Church

22N91 March 9-10, 2017 | Sacramento | Capital Christian Center

ACSI Musicale is a two-day choir festival that culminates in a public Command Performance and Sacred Concert in which all choirs are combined. Selected soloists and ensembles are also featured.

Each choir, regardless of size, must memorize the six (6) combined songs chosen by the guest adjudicator/conductor. This is the core of Musicale. Each choir will also be adjudicated by the guest conductors on two (2) of their own selections. Choirs who do not adequately know the combined songs will not be allowed to participate in the evening concert.

Musicale also features adjudications for: Chamber Choirs Large Ensembles (9–24 students) Small Ensembles (2–8 students) Sacred Classical Solos Gospel Solos

This is not a competition. Choirs, ensembles, and soloists are adjudicated by the guest conductor or guest adjudicators, and receive oral and written evaluative comments. Singers participating in each of the above categories are adjudicated on one song. Adjudicators will select outstanding soloists and ensembles to perform at the evening Command Performance. Accompaniment at Musicale is piano only (no taped music). Use of photocopied music is not permitted.

Strict adherence to policies and procedures detailed in the Musicale Handbook is essential. Participation fees include lunch and dinner on Thursday and Friday. The Musicale Command Performance is held on Friday evening. Tickets may be purchased in advance or at the door.

Once registered for this event, the Director’s Handbook and repertoire list will be available for download on the CA/HI Student Activities page on the ACSI website: www.acsi.org.


20% discount if ordered before December 1stFEESAll fees are to be paid with a school check made out to ACSI (no personal checks, please). School Fee: $65 by October 31 ($85 thereafter) Student Participation Fee: $73* per student if postmarked by the deadline ($83 thereafter) Adult fee: $48* per adult if postmarked by the deadline ($58 thereafter) *Includes lunches and dinners Solo and Ensemble Divisions (optional): Classical/Gospel Solo $20 per soloist, prior to deadline ($25 thereafter) Small Ensemble $25 per ensemble, prior to deadline ($30 thereafter) Large Ensemble $35 per ensemble, prior to deadline ($40 thereafter) Chamber Choir $35 per choir, prior to deadline ($40 thereafter)

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Senior High Musicale | Grades 9–12

SACRAMENTO, CA | March 9-10, 2017PASADENA, CA | March 16-17, 2017

Dr. Paul Plew Guest Conductor

Paul T. Plew, Ed.D., has been the Dean of the School of Music and Director of Choral Activities at The Master’s College since 1979. He was educated at Clarks Summit University of Pennsylvania; Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, Washington; and received his Doctorate in Education with Music specialization from Nova Southeastern University. He is the past president of the National Association of Church Musicians, co-founder and past president of the Santa Clarita Music Educators Association, and is a member of the American Choral Director’s Association. Dr. Plew has adjudicated for, as well as participated in, numerous choral festivals around the nation. His emphasis in the classroom includes conducting, church music, and choral music. He is conductor of the University Singers and The Master’s Chorale. The Lord has allowed him to lead these groups on music ministry tours to England, Ireland, Russia, Canada, Italy, Germany, Spain, Israel (every 4 years since 1993), and virtually every state in the union. Dr. Plew has been the featured conductor at Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center’s Avery Fischer Hall in New York City and will return to Carnegie in 2018. He has a passion for worship and his desire is to wed the great truths of scripture with great music. His family includes his wife, Pamela, three children, and seven grandchildren.

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Musicale Guest Conductor

The ACSI Band & Orchestra Festival provides an opportunity for bands to be adjudicated and hear bands from other schools. Students in grade four through eight (4–8), or four through twelve (4-12) at some locations, are eligible to participate. They must be part of a functioning group within a school.

The music selected for the Band & Orchestra Festival should be well-prepared for performance and will be adjudicated. An extra original copy of each score must be given to each adjudicator (measures must be numbered). Each band is allowed approximately 25 minutes for adjudication.

The festival is not a competition—each group is judged on its own merits against a standard of excellence. Each band will receive a certificate of participation, a written adjudication, and a rosette for display at their school.

FEESAll fees are to be paid with a school check made out to ACSI (no personal checks, please). School Fee: $65 by October 31 ($85 thereafter) Student Participation Fee: $80 per band

24S21 April 27, 2017 | Santa Ana | Calvary Christian School (Grades 4-8)24S22 April 28, 2017 | Santa Ana | Calvary Christian School (Grades 4-8)24S41 March 21, 2017 | Temecula | Linfield Christian School (Grades 4-8)



24N51 April 8, 2017 | Santa Rosa | Rincon Valley Christian School (Grades 4-12)24N52 March 25, 2017 | Walnut Creek | Northcreek Academy (Grades 4-12) (SITE FULL)

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Band/Orchestra Festivals | Grades 4–12

Southern California Honor Band/Orchestra:The Junior/Senior High Honor Band Festival is a two-day event for junior high and high school students. It concludes with a final concert for the public on the last evening. Students audition for the honor band by audiotape. The selected students will then audition live for chair placement at the beginning of the festival. All honor band members are expected to have their parts well-prepared, and must be members of a functioning band within the school, in grades six through twelve (6–12). This event is not designed for the school’s entire band, but for honor students.

FEESAll fees are to be paid with a school check made out to ACSI (no personal checks, please). School Fee: $65 by October 31 ($85 thereafter) Student Participation Fee: $51 per student if postmarked by the Chairperson’s deadline ($56 thereafter) Adult fee (SoCal Only): $28 per adult if postmarked by the Chairperson’s deadline ($33 thereafter)

Northern California Honor Band/Orchestra and Honor Symphony:The Junior/Senior High Honor Band Festival is open only to students of exceptional ability. The student is recommended by their band director to the Honor Band Chairman. All nominated students will be considered and selected by the chairman and guest conductor. Selections will be based on balance and experience. In cases of equal ability, upper class students will have preference. Since the size of the group must be limited, not all students will be chosen. After Honor Band members have been chosen, music parts for each member will be sent.

FEESAll fees are to be paid with a school check made out to ACSI (no personal checks, please). School Fee: $65 by October 31 ($85 thereafter) JH Honor Band Student Participation Fee: $28 per student if postmarked by the deadline ($33 thereafter) SH Honor Band Student Participation Fee: $51 per student if postmarked by the deadline ($56 thereafter) SH Honor Symph Student Participation Fee: $42 per student if postmarked by the deadline ($47 thereafter)

25S31 February 2-3, 2017 | Long Beach | Lakewood Christian School (JH Honor Band, Grades 6-8)25S32 February 2-3, 2017 | Long Beach | Lakewood Christian School (SH Honor Band, Grades 9-12)



25N21 February 3, 2017 | Ripon | Ripon Christian Schools (JH Honor Band/Orchestra, Grades 7-8)25N22 October 20-21, 2016 | Ripon | Ripon Christian Schools (SH Honor Band, Grades 9-12)25N51 February 24, 2017 | Oakland | Patten University (SH Honor Symphony, Grades 9-12)

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Honor Band/Symphony Festivals | Grades 6–12

The Handbell Festival comprises a clinic session and a rehearsal of combined pieces. After a handbell demonstration or mini-concert, individual choirs perform their own selections. The festival concludes with a performance of the combined pieces.

The handbell choir must be a functioning group within the school. Students must be enrolled in grades four through six (4–6) for elementary choirs and grades six through eight (6–8) for junior high or middle school choirs. Schools bring players, handbells, and accompanying equipment. The Handbell Festival may be a half-day or full-day event, depending on the size and location of the event. A certificate of participation and a written adjudication are given to each choir director.


FEESAll fees are to be paid with a school check made out to ACSI (no personal checks, please). School Fee: $65 by October 31 ($85 thereafter) Student Participation Fee: $50 per choir

*CHAIR/HOST NEEDED


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Handbell Festival | Grades 4–8

Each student memorizes an approved selection at his/her own level of participation and performs before an adjudicator. The festival is not a competition: each student is judged against a standard of excellence and not in comparison with other students.

Participation is open to any student enrolled in grades kindergarten through twelve (K–12) in an ACSI school who is presently taking lessons from a qualified teacher. In selecting the composition for performance, the student and his/her teacher will need to refer to the ACSI Piano Festival Coordinator’s Handbook to determine the appropriate level of difficulty.

Divisions: Hymn and Classical (solo or duet)Levels: Preparatory through Advanced

Students may enter one or both divisions (Classical or Hymn). A student may not enter more than two categories. Two students may enter as a duet (note duet fees). The duet is adjudicated once.

Each student receives a certificate and ribbon, as well as a written adjudication (constructive criticism and encouragement) on his/her performance. Students participating in Level 1 through Level 4 receive ribbons, those above Level 4 receive rosettes.

The festival is generally a half-day event. The level in which the student plays determines the time allotted per performance (5–7 minutes).


FEESAll fees are to be paid with a school check made out to ACSI (no personal checks, please). School Fee: $65 by October 31 ($85 thereafter) Student Participation Fee: Solo $12, Duet $17. Must be postmarked by the deadline established by the chairperson (Solo $17, Duet $22 thereafter)

23S21 February 28, 2017 | Yorba Linda | Friends Christian School (SITE FULL)23S22 March 3, 2017 | Santa Ana | Calvary Christian School23S51 March 7, 2017 | Canyon Country | Santa Clarita Christian School23S81 March 31, 2017 | Bakersfield | Stockdale Christian School



23N21 May 5, 2017 | Sacramento | Trinity Christian School23N61 January 21, 2017 | Prunedale (Salinas) | Prunedale Christian Academy

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Piano Festivals | Grades K–12

Students perform in either a solo and/or ensemble category (duets, trios, quartets, or ensembles up to 10 students). Ensembles are distinguished from bands or orchestras in that the ensembles have only one person per part.

Music must be classical or sacred.

DIVISIONS Strings Woodwinds Brass Percussion Ensembles

Anyone that the teacher feels is ready for such an event may participate. The teacher must place each student in a category so that students will be rated with other students of similar ability.

1. BEGINNING - Student began playing within the last 6 months. Performance time limited to a maximum period of two minutes. 2. ELEMENTARY - Student is playing Book 1-2 using simple eighth note patterns, slurs, dynamics, limited use of accidentals, within a limited range. Performance time limited to a maximum period of two minutes. 3. INTERMEDIATE - More apt to be a Junior High student or a very advanced Elementary student who is playing approximately Book 3 of the band methods. Performance time is limited to a maximum period of 4 minutes. 4. ADVANCED - The exceptional student, more likely to be in High School. Music should be High School or adult concert literature. Performance time limited to a maximum period of six minutes.

The festival takes place as a one-day event (approximately 3-4 hours). Each student receives a certificate of participation. An Olympic-style medallion with rating may be purchased.


FEESAll fees are to be paid with a school check made out to ACSI (no personal checks, please). School Fee: $65 by October 31 ($85 thereafter) Student Participation Fee: Solo $28, Ensemble $38. Must be postmarked by the deadline established by the chairperson (Solo $33, Duet $43 thereafter)

28N61 January 28, 2017 | San Jose | Valley Christian High School

Event ID | Date | LocationEVENTS IN NORTHERN CALIFORNIA

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Solo/Ensemble Instrumental Festival | Grades 4–12

The ACSI Science Fair is designed for schools that conduct their own preliminary Science Fair, sending their top projects to the ACSI event.

Student project exhibits show original research and creativity of a science problem with supporting data in one of three divisions: Life Science, Physical Science, and, Engineering. All projects must be experimental projects. Each project must include an experiment with hypothesis and scriptural integration. Projects may be done as an individual or as a team (maximum of three team members). The Coordinator’s Handbook provides complete details on the specific requirements that must be met by each entry.

The maximum number of entrants for Grades 6–8 is three (3) projects per grade level per category. The maximum number of entrants for Grades 9–12 is five (5) projects per grade level per category. All entrants will receive a written evaluation and a rosette indicating the judging results—Superior, Excellent, Good. Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals are awarded to students who place 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in each Project Division in each grade level category.


FEESAll fees are to be paid with a school check made out to ACSI (no personal checks, please). School Fee: $65 by October 31 ($85 thereafter) Student Participation Fee: TBD

14S91 April 4, 2017 | Azusa | Azusa Pacific University


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Southern California Science Fair | Grades 6–12

The ACSI Science Fair is designed for schools that conduct their own preliminary Science Fair, sending their top projects to the ACSI event.

Student project exhibits show original research and creativity of a science problem with supporting data in one of two divisions: Life Science or Physical Science. Grades 4-6 may be Experimental or Non-experimental. Grades 7-12 must be Experimental projects. Each project must include an experiment with hypothesis and scriptural integration. Projects may be done as an individual or as a team (maximum of three team members). The Coordinator’s Handbook provides complete details on the specific requirements that must be met by each entry.

The maximum number of entrants for Grades 4–8 is three (3) projects per grade level per category. The maximum number of entrants for Grades 9–12 is five (5) projects per grade level per category. All entrants will receive a written evaluation and a rosette indicating the judging results—Superior, Excellent, Good. Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals are awarded to students who place 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in each Project Division in each grade level category.

Once registered for this event, additional guidelines can be found in the Coordinator’s Handbook, available for download in the CA/HI Science Fair subgroup in ConNEXUS at: my.acsi.org.


14N21 March 3, 2017 | Sacramento | Capital Christian School

Event ID | Date | LocationEVENTS IN NORTHERN CALIFORNIA

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Northern California Science Fair | Grades 4–12

A student demonstrates his/her ability by delivering a memorized poem, speech, or passage to the audience. Selections may be taken from the ACSI Elementary Speech Materials collection or from other sources as long as copyright policy is followed. The number of participants from each school will be determined by the site chairperson (Plan A or Plan B), after taking into consideration the number of participating schools. They will inform you of the decision. Students must be enrolled in grades one through six (1–6) and may participate in one of the following grade level categories:

Grade 1 Poetry, Bible MemorizationGrades 2–4 Poetry, Bible Memorization, Fable and FolkloreGrades 5–6 Poetry, Dramatic Bible Prose, Bible Memorization, Patriotic Oration, Original Speech

The event is a half-day event. Students do not compete against one another. Every participant receives a certificate of participation and a ribbon indicating Superior, Excellent, or Good.

Providing adult workers is a condition of participation in the ACSI Elementary Speech Meet. Schools that do not provide an adequate number of adult workers should expect to have their students observe, but not participate in the event. The required number of adult workers will be communicated by the Event Chairperson.



29S11 April 28, 2017 | Vista | Tri-City Christian School29S21 May 5, 2017 | Aliso Viejo | Aliso Viejo Christian School (SITE FULL)29S22 May 5, 2017 | Santa Ana | Calvary Christian School (SITE FULL)29S31 May 5, 2017 | Cerritos | Valley Christian Schools (SITE FULL)29S32 May 19, 2017 | Montebello | Montebello Christian School29S41 May 19, 2017 | Rowland Heights | Southlands Christian Schools (SITE FULL)29S42 May 5, 2017 | Temecula | Rancho Christian Schools29S51 April 28, 2017 | Altadena | Sahag-Mesrob Armenian Christian School - NEW 29S61 May 5, 2017 | Simi Valley | Grace Brethren School29S81 March 24, 2017 | Bakersfield | Stockdale Christian School



29N21 April 29, 2017 | Vacaville | Vacaville Christian Schools (SITE FULL)29N22 April 8, 2017 | Modesto | Modesto Christian School - CANCELLED29N51 March 24, 2017 | Concord | King’s Valley Christian School (SITE FULL)29N61 May 6, 2017 | Scotts Valley | Baymonte Christian School (SITE FULL)

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Elementary Speech Meet | Grades 1–6

A student conveys his/her ability in speech by selecting and presenting a passage, monologue, or original speech. It may be either read or memorized, at the discretion of your meet chairperson. Students must be enrolled in grade seven and eight (7–8). Middle schools may register sixth graders. Junior High selections are not available through the ACSI office; schools must develop their own library of materials for categories requiring published works. Selections must be of high literary quality that reflect a proper Christian spirit and taste.

CATEGORIES (may vary within districts): Dramatic & Humorous Poetry

Dramatic Reading Humorous Reading Original Speech Costumed Monologue, Humorous Costumed Monologue, Dramatic Visual Aid Speech Puppetry Bible Memorization and Application

The Junior High Speech Meet may be a half-day or full-day event. At full-day events, students will participate in two rounds of judging. Specific times are determined by the meet chairperson. Every participant receives a certificate of participation. Olympic-style medals are given for First, Second, and Third places in each category based on total points earned.

The School Coordinator must accompany each school’s team of students in order to handle site registration on the day of the event. Providing adult workers is a condition of participation in the ACSI Junior High Speech Meet. Schools that do not provide an adequate number of adult workers should expect to have their students observe, but not participate in the event. The required number of adult workers will be communicated by the Event Chairperson.



30S31 March 3, 2017 | Lomita | Harbor Church Schools (SITE FULL)30S41 May 6, 2017 | Riverside | Woodcrest Christian School30S81 February 24, 2017 | Bakersfield | Olive Knolls Christian School



30N21 March 31, 2017 | Elk Grove | Saint Peter’s Lutheran School30N51 April 7, 2017 | Concord | King’s Valley Christian School30N61 April 4, 2017 | Fremont | Centerville Presbyterian Church *Chairperson Needed

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Junior High Speech Meet | Grades 7–8

Student presentations are in the form of interpretations and readings. Interpretation is defined as “theater of the mind”. Is is not acting or moving about, as in a stage play. Reading and interpretation selections should “come alive” through the use of voice, facial expressions, and gestures. Students may take one step in any direction. All presentations are timed. Students do not compete against each other, but against the score sheet. Senior High selections are not available through the ACSI office; schools must develop their own library of materials for categories requiring published works. Selections must be of high literary quality that reflect a proper Christian spirit and taste.

CATEGORIES (may vary within districts): Dramatic Interpretation Original Oratory Expository Speaking Humorous Interpretations Extemporaneous Speaking Reader’s Theater Impromptu Bible Memorization and Application Devotional Homiletics Interpretation of Children’s Literature Individual Acting Duet Acting TV News Team

Providing adult workers is a condition of participation in the ACSI Senior High Speech Meet. Schools that do not provide an adequate number of adult workers should expect to have their students observe, but not participate in the event. Each school is required to provide one (1) qualified judge for every 5 entries and a time keeper.

The Senior High Speech Meet is a full-day event. Specific times are determined by the meet chairperson. Presentations will be given in two rounds. Every participant receives a certificate of participation. Rosette ribbons are given to all entries that are determined Superior, Excellent, or Good. Plaques are awarded to the First, Second, and Third places in each category based on total points earned.



31S41 March 24, 2017 | Riverside | Bethel Christian Schools



31N61 April 6, 2017 | Fremont | Centerville Presbyterian Church

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Senior High Speech Meet | Grades 9–12

The ACSI Spelling Bee program occurs at four levels: School Spelling Bee, ACSI District Spelling Bee, ACSI Regional Spelling Bee, and ACSI National Spelling Bee. The rules and procedures for the ACSI National Spelling Bee are used in all bees. Students who have won in their schools’ respective spelling bees are eligible to participate in the ACSI District Spelling Bee.

District Spelling Bees: The District Spelling Bees have two parts: students spell against students in their respective grade level only; then the finalists and runners-up from grades 5–8 spell against each other in the final Spell-Off. The top four placers in the Spell-Off move on to the Regional Spelling Bee, where students spell against mixed grade levels (5–8). The top five placers at the Regional Spelling Bee move on to the National Spelling Bee.

Students must be enrolled in grades one through eight (1–8). Each school may send one student per grade level or one student per classroom if the school has multiple classes per grade. School level spelling bees must be completed by Thanksgiving. Student participation forms must be sent to the event Chairperson by December 1.

All participants receive a certificate of participation; the top four per grade level receive rosettes. In addition, the top four spellers in grades 5–8 also receive trophies and are eligible to compete in the Regional Spelling Bee.

Regional Spelling Bee: The Regional Spelling Bee will take place on Saturday, February 25, 2017 at Lake Avenue Church in Pasadena, CA. All participants receive a certificate of participation. The top five spellers receive trophies and are eligible to participate in the ACSI National Spelling Bee.

National Spelling Bee: The National Spelling Bee will take place on May 5-6, 2017 in Washington D.C. The top five (5) students in the Regional Spelling Bee are eligible to participate.



Regional Spelling Bee Student Participation Fee: $25 per student. ACSI is not responsible for any travel expenses to and from the Regional Spelling Bee.

National Spelling Bee Student Participation Fee: Information will be given to the top five students at the Regional Spelling Bee.

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District Spelling Bees | Grades 1–8

39S11 January 27, 2017 | San Diego | Horizon Christian Academy (SITE FULL)39S12 January 20, 2017 | San Diego | Ocean View Christian Academy39S21 January 27, 2017 | Yorba Linda | Friends Christian School (SITE FULL)39S22 January 13, 2017 | Anaheim | Independence Christian School (SITE FULL)39S23 January 27, 2017 | San Juan Capistrano | Capistrano Valley Christian School - NEW39S31 January 13, 2017 | Norwalk | Trinity Christian School39S51 January 13, 2017 | Lancaster | Vineyard Christian Schools39S52 January 13, 2017 | Arcadia | Arcadia Christian School39S53 January 27, 2017 | West Covina | South Hills Academy39S81 January 20, 2017 | Bakersfield | Olive Knolls Christian School - NEW

39H91 February 18, 2017 | Waipahu | Lanakila Baptist School





EVENTS IN HAWAII

Spelling Bees Grades 1-4 Only:39N11 February 3, 2017 | Madera | Crossroad Christian School39N21 February 27, 2017 | Yuba City | Faith Christian School39N51 March 17, 2017 | Concord | Tabernacle School (SITE FULL)39N61 February 3, 2017 | Alameda | Chinese Christian Schools (SITE FULL)

Spelling Bees Grades 5-8 Only:39N12 January 20, 2017 | Madera | Crossroad Christian School39N41 January 27, 2017 | Arcata | Arcata Christian School (Grades 3-8 Only)39N52 January 28, 2017 | Vallejo | North Hills Christian School - NEW (SITE FULL)39N62 February 3, 2017 | Alameda | Chinese Christian Schools (SITE FULL)39N63 February 3, 2017 | Los Gatos | Los Gatos Christian School - NEW (SITE FULL)

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District Spelling Bees (Cont.) | Grades 1–8

The ACSI Technology Fair will provide students the opportunity to make their tech presentations before judges, and also experience a full day of learning and fun with demonstrations of the latest tech tools in video, blogs, podcasts, web pages and more.

The ACSI Technology Fair will provide the opportunity for students in grades four through twelve (4–12) to have their work evaluated by judges. A school may register up to four students per grade level. Students must provide their own laptop for presentation. All students will receive a certificate of participation and a rosette indicating Superior, Excellent, and Good. The Best of Show rosette is presented for the most outstanding student work.

Student work will be evaluated in three grade level divisions: Elementary Division: Grades 4–5 Middle School Division: Grade 6–8 High School Division: Grades 9–12

Students may enter works in one of five categories: Multimedia Video Blogging Desktop Publishing Podcasting


FEESAll fees are to be paid with a school check made out to ACSI (no personal checks, please). School Fee: $65 by October 31 ($85 thereafter) Student Participation Fee (includes snack and lunch): $12 per student if postmarked by the Chairperson’s deadline ($17 thereafter) Adult Fee (includes snack and lunch): $5

52S41 May 5, 2017 | Covina | Sonrise Christian School52S42 April 28, 2017 | Murrieta | Calvary Murrieta Christian School


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Technology Fair | Grades 4–12

QUESTIONS?Please call the ACSI CA/HI Regional Office at 714.256.1287 or e-mail

the CA/HI Student Activities Coordinator [email protected]

THANK YOU

CALIFORNIA/HAWAII REGION

Documents

2016–2017 Student Activities Participation Guide