MESSAGE FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL
Mrs. Susan Oweis
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Dear Families and Friends of PCS,
We are now in the year 2025 and wow have some things changed. But many things remain the same. I recently watched a few video clips where parents challenged their teenagers to complete well-known proverbs, sayings, or famous quotes. Phrases like, “Don’t count your chickens before they hatch,” “Better late than never,” and “Waste not, want not” were used. The results were hilarious—when a parent prompted with “The early bird…,” their child’s response was often wildly unexpected. Most of the time, the teens didn’t know the correct endings.
I was intrigued, I decided to try this with some students at school, and what an experience! Their answers ranged from creative to completely off-the-wall. But as I listened, I realized just how much wisdom is packed into these old sayings. “Strike while the iron is hot.” “Where there’s a will, there’s a way.” “The early bird catches the worm.” These aren’t just phrases—they are life lessons, much like scriptures. They offer guidance, warning of pitfalls, and can help us avoid unnecessary heartache if we take them to heart.
So, parents, if you’re ever looking for a meaningful activity with your kids, teach them some classic proverbs—words of wisdom that can serve them for a lifetime. Encourage them to pass these down to their own children one day. You never know when they’ll need them most, and it’s a wonderful way to ensure your voice and values stay with them for years to come.
In His Service
Susan Oweis
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What grade did you start at PCS? I started at PCS in the 3rd grade.
Do you have any favorite memories at school? One of my favorite memories at school is the time we were taken out of classes and sent to do an escape room without knowing. I was able to learn more about the people I was grouped with as well as test my problem solving and critical thinking skills.
What's been your favorite area of study/subject? My favorite subject has always been math. I found out around middle school that I was quite talented in the math department, and thanks to PCS I was able to take accelerated courses which allowed me to take a college math course during my senior year. My interest in math has also let me tutor others in this subject, giving me an opportunity to share my knowledge with others.
How has PCS help you beyond just book learning? PCS does an amazing job at fostering relationships across many grades. With prayer buddies and houses, it is much easier to create connections with people outside of my classroom.
What are your thoughts about the future, college plans? I’m aiming to hopefully get into either Virginia Tech or UVA, and I am currently still waiting for their response. The future is daunting, but I think PCS has equipped me with many of the skills I need to face it: from leadership to academics, I feel confident that I can thrive in whatever college environment I am put in.
What advice do you give to the younger students at PCS? My advice to younger students at PCS is to use your teachers! (not in a bad way) I think it is often overlooked how useful a resource our teachers and staff can be. Beyond just teaching our classes, the staff at PCS are extremely knowledgeable in a variety of different fields. Even if they don’t know something, they often know someone they can refer you to that would know the answer. School becomes much easier when you maintain good communication with your teachers!
What will you miss about PCS next year? I will definitely miss the staff at PCS next year. I have had so many good experiences throughout my years and have been treated with so much kindness. I know not every establishment will have such a great staff lineup, and that is something I will definitely miss as I go into college.
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Our Father/Daughter Event this year is a dance which will be held at The Reserve in Williamsburg. The address is: 100 Christopher Lane, Williamsburg, VA 23185. This event is Friday, February 7, so please let us know if you can make it by RSVPing to Tabatha Hunt (tabathahunt04@gmail.com) or Tori Delaney (tdelaney@pcsvirginia.org) by February 2, 2025. Payment can be made via Venmo to Tabatha Hunt (@Tabatha-Hunt-1) or cash or check (payable to PCS) attention Tori Delaney.
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Continuous Enrollment Deadline
If you are not enrolling for the 2025-26 school year, the deadline is Friday, February 7th at 3:00pm. Written notice must be made to Harriet Machie (hmachie@pcsvirginia.org) in the main office.
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Join Providence Players as they explore the magic of what-if in this delightful musical about the hope of a lost Romanov princess in Anastasia: The Musical (Youth Edition) at the Kimball Theater in Colonial Williamsburg on Friday and Saturday night, March 14th and 15th at 7:00pm. More details to follow.
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All Upper School students…Winter Dance is 7:00pm - 9:30pm in Veritas Hall - Old Hollywood theme. Ticket go on sale Monday, February 3 at lunch time. Tickets are $25 - $5 from each ticket will go directly to Heritage Humane Society.
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The Upper School Parent-Teacher Book Fellowship is a time for gathering with other Upper School parents to engage in a Socratic discussion on a piece of classic literature led by our English/Rhetoric Teachers. This year’s book is the Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne. It is also a great time of fellowship with one another! We look forward to seeing many parents on April 10, 2025, 6:30pm – 8:30pm (PCS Campus)!
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Friday, February 21st
No Uniform Fundraiser Day
Students can pay $5.00 and wear regular clothing for that day. Clothes should not have holes in them and be the appropriate length. No leggings, tight fitting clothing, crop tops, short shorts, or flip flops. Sandals should be closed-toe and have a back.
Parents, thank you for helping with this before your child leaves the house.
Please see Mrs. Ciprian, Mrs. Smith, or Mrs. Machie to pay your $5.00 and participate. You may pay on that day as well.
Thank you for supporting this fundraiser so we can provide our students with updated outdoor play equipment.
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We are getting excited about our 5th Annual PCS Patriot Perseverance 5k and 1 Mile Walk In the Light Fun Run coming up on Saturday, March 22nd!!
Registration is open and you can sign up here:
Whether you're an experienced runner or just starting out, this is the perfect opportunity to challenge yourself and have fun with family and friends.
Also, if you or your business would like to help sponsor the 5k, please visit: https://www.pcsvirginia.org/news/5k.cfm or contact one of our Race Leads below. Sponsorships will be accepted through February 14, 2025 in order to make sure logos can be placed on our race day t-shirt.
We will be having a fundraiser at Super Chix on Tuesday, March 4. All proceeds will go towards the 5K and Athletics program.
We hope you can join us, and invite your family and friends to one of PCS's favorite events 😃😃!
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The 12th Grade Anatomy Class is learning about the muscular system by identifying and labeling the ventral and dorsal muscles of a frog.
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Financial Aid deadline for current families is Monday, March 3, 2025 (FIRM).
For questions, please contact our Bookkeeper Mrs. Davina Smith at dsmith@pcsvirginia.org
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100 Days of School was celebrated by our Junior Kindergarten and Kindergarten classes.
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ATHLETICSPROVIDENCE CLASSICAL SCHOOL
Providence Classical Wins 5th Straight Basketball Game
The Providence Classical School Middle School Basketball Team defeated Summit Christian Academy 32-4 on Thursday (1/30/25) for the team’s 5th straight win. The overall record for the Patriot Hoop Squad is 12-3. The previous 4 wins were over Covenant (41-22), Bethel Christian (35-20), Grace Christian (41-11) and Our Lady of Mount Carmel (36-16). The 2025 boys team has set a milestone in victories for PCS by surpassing the 10 wins achieved by the 2022-2023 middle school girls team.
The Patriots are led offensively by Anthony Clark who is averaging 17 points per game. Gabe Hajek, Ryan Harwood, Isaiah Tutone and Jude Zere have been the leading rebounders for Providence. Kyle Collier, Michael Bauer, Jacob Pohren, Timothy Ickes and Alex Harwood have been defensive stalwarts for PCS.
PCS will conclude its season with home games Monday 2/3/25 against Banner Christian and Thursday 2/6/25 against Denbigh Baptist.
Home games are played at Quarterpath Park Rec Center.
PCS Middle School Baseball will begin tryouts/practice on February 24th. If the weather is satisfactory and the field is playable, then practice time will be 4:30 to 6:00 at Matoaka Elementary School. If the field is not playable, but the weather is satisfactory, then we will practice in the parking lot at PCS from 3:15 to 4:45. Players will need to have sweatshirts, sweatpants (or baseball pants), jackets, gloves and proper footwear. Please call Coach Oweis at 757-810-3961 if you have any questions.
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The Winter Sports Banquet will be Wednesday, February 12th at Sal's on Richmond Road at 5:00pm.
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The 10th Grade Biology class built a calorimeter to learn how the body converts the food that we eat into usable energy. They had to calculate the calories burned (heat), from different foods to raise the temperature of one gram of water by one degree Celsius.
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NO SCHOOL MONDAY, FEBRUARY 17th
We will be observing Presidents Day!
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Thank you to all of our parent volunteers for making this event
such a huge success.
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The Mother/Son Event is Friday, March 7.
RSVP by Monday, March 3rd to Tabatha Hunt.
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The PCS Patriots Bus is on the road!! Honk if you see it around town!
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| 2024-2025
Board Members
rreyes40@hotmail.com
(757) 345-9779
ashleighequeen@gmail.com
(704) 516-4377
Noelle Laney-Secretary
nplaney@gmail.com
(757) 645-7137
charles.frazier@rivhs.com
(757) 871-6225
Rita Stryker
rgstryker@yahoo.com
(757) 903-9811
erichjoss@gmail.com
(310) 871-3540
Paul Kim
paulkimjr@gmail.com
(201) 238-0382
robinbyrd@cox.net
(757) 254-4634
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| Newsletter Editor: Harriet Machie
Photographers:
Tori Delaney
Harriet Machie
Heather Ciprian
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| Dates to Remember:
February 7-Last day to unenroll for the 2025-26 school year without a penalty
February 7-3rd Quarter Progress Reports Issued
February 7-Grammar School Father-Daughter Dance at The Reserve
February 10-Open Enrollment to the Public
February 12-Winter Sports Banquet
February 17-President's Day-NO SCHOOL
February 21-No Uniform Day Fundraiser
February 21-Upper School Dance-Veritas
March 3-Financial Aid Deadline (FIRM)
March 4-Super Chix Fundraiser 5pm-8pm
March 6-Annual Parent Meeting
March 7-Grammar School Mother-Son Balloon Car Races Event at The Reserve
March 7-St. Ambrose Oratory Competition
March 14-Teacher Workday-NO SCHOOL
March 14-15 Anastasia presented by the Providence Players at Kimball Theater, Colonial Williamsburg 7pm
March 17-21 Spirit and Service Week
March 22-5K Run
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