First Presbyterian Church News (Clarksville, TN)

Have you ever stood in a line that is just not moving?? That is where Seasons is right now. We can see the counter, but nobody is asking for the next customer! We are happy to announce we have hired a new intern assistant director Deanna Coleman. She is studying public health at APSU. We also have confirmed with Miss Betty that we will have ASL class on Mondays; Miss Barb and Miss Marybeth will be doing art and music on 3rd & 4th Wednesdays; And we have field trips lined up on Tuesdays and Thursdays! We have submitted our paperwork. We have passed the DHS and the fire Inspections. Unfortunately, the holidays have slowed down the process of receiving our certificate. As soon as we have the certificate, we will run background checks on employees and finish up required training. We hope to open later in January. We look forward to seeing old friends and new.

 The Learning Center and Preschool will break from December 18 to January 5. Please check with your teachers for details. Happy holidays!

The Learning Center, Preschool, Seasons, church events, and pickleball will take off for Fall Break on October 14-18. Enjoy some rest and relaxation!  Note that all choir practices and Faith Focus are also canceled. We will still have Mon. yoga and Wed. Bible Study.

The FPC Learning Center invites you to their Scholastic Book Fair in the Chapel this Fall!  Sunday, Sept. 22 11:00-12:15  Monday, Sept. 23 - Thursday, Sept. 26  8:45-9:30, 11:45-12:30, & 1:45-2:30 

Don't forget to sign up your kids for school! Orientation is on August 8 from 11-12 for Preschool and August 12 from 10:30-11:30 for the Learning Center. First Day of school on August 12.

Children, youth, college students, and educators: bring your backpacks or workbags to be blessed during worship on August 4! This is a wonderful tradition and great way to set an intention of positivity and prayer at the beginning of the school year.

The FPC Preschool and Learning Center have openings for staff. If you are interested in applying for a position, please email Jessica Hyde at reports.alc@gmail.com.

Get ready! The Scholastic Book Fair is coming our way! Choosing their own books empowers kids and inspires them on their journey to becoming lifelong readers. And--as always--every purchase at the Fair benefits our school.  Here's what you need to know about the big event, which will take place in the  3rd Floor Chapel: April 21st 11-12 April 22nd-24th 8:30-9:30, 12:00-12:30, and 2:00-3:00 April 25th 12:00    Say goodbye to cash and hello to eWallet--your child's digital payment account. Before the Fair, set up eWallet for worry-free, cash-free purchases. Anyone can contribute! Share each child's eWallet so friends and family can add funds and give your kids more books to enjoy.  If you can't make it to the Fair, then shop at our school's Book Fair online. All orders ship directly to your home, and shipping is free for book orders over $25. Every online purchase will also benefit our school. Visit our Book Fair homepage to learn more and get started with eWallet...

FPC's schools are in need of a few items this spring. The Preschool copier/printer needs immediate replacing, and the Learning Center is requesting a set (~20-25) of reusable writing tablets for building math and writing skills.  The Education Fund would welcome donations in the form or cash, check, or Amazon gift cards. When making a donation, please put Education in the memo line. Thank you for promoting, encouraging and supporting our school programs at the church!

Get ready for a fantastic school year! Our Preschool and homeschool Learning Center are taking students for fall. Get more info and contact information on the website for Learning Center and Preschool . 

The Preschool waiting list is now open. Save your spot! Registration begins Feb. 21 at 9:30 a.m. for current families and church families. Registration opens to new students on March 11 at 9:30 a.m. Contact preschoolatfpc@gmail.com.

Contact FPC's Learning Center at reports.alc@gmail.com or 931-648-2665 for information about homeschool classes, test prep assistance, tutoring, and piano lessons. Visit https://fpcclarksville.org/learning-center or https://fpcclarksville.org/preschool. We've got your education needs covered!

The Scholastic Book Fair will be taking place Dec. 10-13. Come after worship from 11 to 12 in the chapel or Mon-Wed 8:30-9:30, 11:30-12:30, and 2-3.

Both the Learning Center and Preschool will have Christmas Spirit Week on Dec. 11 through 14! Join the Preschool for Open House on the 13th at 11 am.  We will have Christmas caroling in the sanctuary along with delicious treats, artwork, and a Book Fair.  The  Scholastic Book Fair  will take place between Dec. 10 through 13. The last day of classes for the Learning Center and the Preschool is December 14th.  The last day is a half-day for the Learning Center. Preschool will not have "extended day" (12:00-2:00) on the 13th or 14th. 

FPC has established an Education Fund for the purpose of promoting, encouraging, and supporting our education programs at the church. We serve children from age one in our Preschool to K-12 in our Learning Center and young adults in our Seasons program. Donations to the Education Fund will help us grow this ministry of the church and will enable us to assist families in financial need with scholarships from time to time. (Please put the word "Education" on the memo line of your check or in the gift memo field online.) https://fpcclarksville.org/give Thank you! 

Families, come see what is happening with the students and staff at FPC's Preschool and Learning Center! We will host two Open Houses in October.  Learning Center  Open House Thursday, Oct. 19  2:30-4:00 pm  for Grades 9-12 4:00-6:00 pm for Grades K-8 Preschool Open House Tuesday, Oct. 24  4:00-6:00 pm

The Learning Center, Preschool, church events, and pickleball will take off for Fall Break on October 9-13. Enjoy some rest and relaxation in this gorgeous weather!  Note that all choir practices and Faith Focus are canceled. We will still have Mon. yoga and Wed. Bible Study.

Seasons' Adult Day Care is currently searching for a worker for Monday-Thursday, 9:00-2:00. If you are interested, please contact Ann Waddle. 

Join us on Rally Day Sunday, August 13, to discover exciting opportunities for children and adults to learn, grow, and fellowship in Christ this coming year at FPC. Events include One and Done Choir (rehearsal at 9 am in the sanctuary), Blessing of the Backpacks (during 10 am worship Children's Moment), and Second Sunday Lunch (in Fellowship Hall around 11:15). 

We are so excited to be growing our Sunday School class that meets during the 10:00am service. Volunteers are needed to better serve the needs of all our children in order for them to grow and learn. The class meets for about 20 minutes and all lessons and materials are provided. Please consider volunteering to support our youngest and most enthusiastic learners. Contact Emily Vaughn for more information. Thank you!