FROM OUR PRINCIPAL
Dear Agritopia Families,
This week, we kicked off a reading challenge for our elementary students, which has me reflecting on the ongoing challenge we face as parents: fostering our children’s spiritual growth with wisdom and care. I encourage you to approach all reading material with prayerful discernment, ensuring the books your children read support their faith and align with the truths of God’s Word.
Please be aware as you look at books with your kids, some books marketed to Christian audiences are authored by individuals who do not share our faith. One such example is The BRICK Bible, written by a transgender, self-proclaimed atheist. While it may seem like a creative way to engage with Scripture, the author’s worldview will influence the content and messaging in ways that are not aligned with biblical truth. Here are some of the things I find alarming:
The BRICK Bible for Kids Concerns:
- The author portrays Yahweh as: Power-mad, belligerent, masochistic, petty, woefully insecure, extremely dangerous and unpredictable (and seemingly not too bright) Yahweh exhibits all the worst attributes of man.
- The author has chosen and emphasized sections of the Bible that may not be suitable for children. While the Bible does not shy away from portraying the graphic realities of history, there is value in shielding young readers until they are mature enough to fully understand and process the consequences of sin’s depravity. Some examples of the illustrations and stories included in this children’s book are:
- A naked Adam and Eve with their bottom parts together
- Noah as he lay naked in his tent
- Samuel “hacking” a king into pieces
- Angry angels snatching terrified Lego women
- A man thrusting a spear through a man and into a woman
- Amnon and the rape of his sister
- Graphic killing scenes with Lego blood and gore
- One scene reads, “Anyone who would not seek Yahweh would be executed.” The scene includes men tied down ready to be beheaded.
- The above information was sourced from What is Wrong with the Brick Bible where you can read the full review.
This is just one alarming example so please be vigilant as you bring books into your home. Let’s partner together to cultivate hearts and minds rooted in His truth.
Educating with eternity in mind,
STAFF SHOUT OUT
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UNIFORM EXCHANGE
Our next uniform closet will be Saturday, January 25th, from 9am-10am at the Greenfield Campus. Please bring any uniforms to donate to the Greenfield front office. These uniforms are free and are limited to 5 per student.
DADDY DAUGHTER DANCE
Join us for a special evening of fun at our annual Daddy Daughter Dance on Saturday, February 1, 2025! Register for the event HERE.
Dads, we encourage you to take your daughter(s) out to dinner beforehand, as light refreshments will be served during the event. Doors open at 6:00pm.
Thank you to Synergy Periodontics for sponsoring this event!
CLUBS BEGINNING THIS WEEK!
TUESDAY: Chess
WEDNESDAY: STEAM & Cooking Club
Spring Pictures
Spring Picture Day is Wednesday, February 12th AND Thursday, February 13th. These are not free dress days. Each student will have their individual picture taken, as well as a class picture. Teachers will be communicating which day your child’s class will be having their pictures taken.
If you are interested in volunteering to help with picture day, please sign up HERE.
MIDDLE SCHOOL ATHLETICS
Spring sports are quickly approaching, and we are seeking a golf coach for our Agritopia campus to lead our co-ed team. If you are interested in this opportunity or know someone who might be, please contact [email protected].
Next Week Game Days
1/21 | 4:00 pm- JV Baseball @ Horizon Honors
1/21 | 6:00 pm- Varsity Baseball @ Horizon Honors
1/22 | 3:30 pm- AG/VV Softball game @ Grace Christian
1/22 | 3:30 pm – Varsity Baseball game @ PCDS
1/22 | 4:00 pm – AG/GF Softball game vs. Northwest Christian
1/23 | 4:00 pm- Cross Country Meet @ Christ Greenfield
1/25 | 8:30 am- Boys Volleyball Jamboree Tournament @ Christ Greenfield
YEARBOOK ORDERS
Click here to purchase your Agritopia yearbook. $30 for a softcover & $35 for a hardcover now through February 28. Make sure to keep your receipt for your records. Please contact [email protected] with any questions regarding yearbooks.
IMPORTANT DATES
1/17 – Re-enrollment Begins / Chapel
1/20 – Martin Luther King Jr. Day / No School
1/31 – Re-enrollment Ends / Chapel
2/1 – Daddy Daughter Dance
2/12 & 2/13 – Spring Individuals & Class Pictures
2/13 – New Family Coffee & Feedback
2/14 – Pay to Dress Day / Chapel
2/17 – Presidents Day / No School
2/18 – No School
2/19 – MS Spring Sports Begin
2/19-2/28– City Hope Diaper & Toiletry Drive
2/21 – Kinder Cap & Gown Pictures / 8th Grade Class Pano
