Where Character Matters!

1850 Rt. 250 / Penfield, NY 14526 / 585.388.0850 / Pastor Kevin Rickner

“Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” Proverbs 22:6

June 2, 2025

Dear Parents,

Friday, June 6th is our annual SECA Field day. Students will be allowed to dress down for the whole day. Sweatpants and joggers are not permitted, in addition to any other clothes that are form-fitting or revealing.

There may be some classes that morning, but lunch and the party will begin at 11:50am when the school will assemble in the gym. Students must bring a snack and/or drink to share. Friday is pizza day and students can buy pizza for $1.50 per slice or $8 for a whole pizza .Otherwise, students will need to bring a lunch.

It has been an honor and a pleasure working with your children this year at SECA. We look forward to ending another great year with a bang!

In Christ,

Kevin Rickner

KAR/eeg

June 2, 2025

Dear Parents,

We have year books available to purchase! The cost of the yearbooks is $10. The purchased yearbooks will be distributed Friday, June 6th. Please submit this form with payment by June 6th.

In Christ,

Kevin Rickner

KAR/eeg

______________________________________________________________________        

Please submit this form with payment to Emily Green by June 6th.

I _____________________ would like to purchase a 2025 yearbook, and have attached the $10 necessary.          

Where Character Matters!

1850 Rt. 250 / Penfield, NY 14526 / 585.388.0850 / Kevin Rickner

“Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” Proverbs 22:6

May 27, 2025

FINAL FIELDTRIP DETAILS

Dear Parents,

The final fieldtrip details follow:

Arrival: We will be meeting at the school tomorrow at 8:30. Please have your child to school before 8:30. We will be discussing zoo etiquette, along with safety rules for the students to follow. We will be departing SECA promptly at 9:00AM to meet at the zoo at 9:30AM.

Departure:  We will be leaving the zoo at 2:00PM to return to SECA to meet the afternoon buses. All students will return with the driver that they are assigned on the way there.

While at the Zoo:

·         Students MUST be on their best behavior. We are Christians, so we should act like such.   

·         Students should bring a packed lunch. There will be no microwaves, so pack accordingly.

·         Sunscreen is recommended, as the UV Index will reach above 4.

·         Students MUST stay with the group leader they are assigned. This will be their teacher and aids. Students will NOT be permitted to change groups for any reason. Students CANNOT venture off on their own, under any circumstances.

In Christ,

Principal Kevin Rickner

KAR/eeg

Kids Choir Sunday AM

Hello parents,

This Sunday, the SECA Kids Choir will be singing in the morning service for their last song of the year! Kids Choir members are expected to arrive and line up in the hallway by the nursery no later than 10:45 A.M.

Dress Code: Please have your child(ren) dressed in their Sunday best. The boys are to wear collared shirts and dress slacks, and ties are appreciated if they have them. The girls are to wear nice dresses or skirts and blouses. No hoodies, t-shirts, or sneakers will be allowed on stage.

We look forward to hearing from them one more time before the school year ends!

In Christ,

Pastor Rickner

May 22, 2025

Dear Parents,

SECA will be having our last Board Game Club of the year on Tuesday, 5/27. The Board Game Club is available for students 6th grade and up. It will run after school from 3pm-5pm at the church. We encourage students to bring snacks if they like, but dinner will not be provided. Students will have to be picked up by their parents at 5pm. Please fill out the permission slip below and return it to Pastor Rickner by Friday, 5/23 in order to participate.

In Christ,

Pastor Kevin Rickner

KAR/eeg

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Please fill out this permission slip and turn it in to Pastor Rickner by Friday 5/23.

I, ________________________________________, give permission for my child(ren),

____________________________________________________________________,

to attend the Board Game Club at SEBBC on Tuesday, 5/27 from 3-5pm. I give permission for the school to act on my behalf in case of emergency.

Parent/Guardian Signature:______________________________________

Date:_______________

School start time

Hello parents,

Please keep in mind that school start time is 8:30am sharp. We dismiss students at 8:27am to head down to Opening, so if you drive your children into school, please have them arrive prior to 8:27am, barring any unforeseen circumstances. This will allow them time to prepare for the day before being dismissed to Opening. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.

In Christ,

Pastor Rickner

Where Character Matters!

1850 Rt. 250 / Penfield, NY 14526 / 585.388.0850 / Kevin Rickner

“Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” Proverbs 22:6

May 20, 2025

***IMPORTANT***

K-6th GRADE FIELD TRIP POSTPONED

Dear Parents,

Due to weather concerns, we have made the decision to move the fieldtrip to Wednesday May 28th.

Please have your child(ren) bring a bagged lunch for the fieldtrip. There will be no microwaves to warm food, so please pack accordingly.

The students will be permitted to dress down, within the school rules. No sweatpants, joggers, or pajamas will be allowed.

It will be sunny that day, and the UV index is expected to be high. Please remember to pack/wear sunscreen as we will be outdoors for an extended period of time.

Thank you for your support.

In Christ,

Kevin Rickner

KAR/eeg

Where Character Matters!

1850 Rt. 250 / Penfield, NY 14526 / 585.388.0850 / Kevin Rickner

“Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” Proverbs 22:6

May 19, 2025

K-6th GRADE FIELD TRIP REMINDER

Dear Parents,

Wednesday, May 21st is the field trip for the K-6th grades to the Seneca Park Zoo. Permission slips are due by Tuesday, May 20th. Please hand in your permission slip to Hollie Rickner by Tuesday. The cost of the trip is:

$5/student

Thank you for your support.

In Christ,

Kevin Rickner

KAR/eeg

Kids Choir Sunday AM

Hello parents,

This Sunday, the SECA Kids Choir will be singing in the morning service for SECA Appreciation Day! Kids Choir members are expected to arrive and line up in the hallway by the nursery no later than 10:45 A.M.

Dress Code: Please have your child(ren) dressed in their Sunday best. The boys are to wear collared shirts and dress slacks, and ties are appreciated if they have them. The girls are to wear nice dresses or skirts and blouses. No hoodies, t-shirts, or sneakers will be allowed on stage.

We look forward to hearing from them one more time before the school year ends!

In Christ,

Pastor Rickner

Reminders

Hello Parents,

This is your friendly reminder that gym class has been moved from Friday to today, and all students who have fewer than 5 character essays for the semester can wear their gym clothes all day on both days if they wish! Junior gym class is at 1:15PM and senior gym class is at 1:55PM.

Also, the field trip for the seniors is tomorrow. Permission slips and money are due today, so please remember to turn them in if you haven't already. They may dress down on Friday only, and must follow the school modesty rules. No pajamas, sweat pants, and joggers are not permitted. Students should pack a lunch, and should also bring food or money for dinner afterwards, as we will be returning to the church after school hours and staying there until Youth Group.

In Christ,

Pastor Rickner