Goodbye!

Hey Everyone!
Wow! I cannot believe that Co-op is now officially over! It's crazy and it seemed to end so quickly...honestly this semester went by so quickly! It's so sad because That was my very last showcase EVER! I am graduating this May so I will no longer be at Co-op and I will no longer be running the Cornerstone Gazette. This showcase was so bittersweet because I am sooo excited to graduate and to be finished...but also I am so sad to be leaving my friends, teachers, Co-op and the Cornerstone Gazette. I hope that you all have an amazing summer and amazing lives! I hope to stay in contact with as many of you as I can. Even though I am moving on with my life I hope that the Cornerstone Gazette will continue even once I am gone. I hope that someone will pick it up where I left off and will continue the Gazette now that I have left. I know that God has an amazing plan for each one of your lives and I hope that you all choose to follow Him with all of your hearts. If you love God more than anything in this world nothing else matters. I am leaving for now but hey who knows maybe you will see me again sometime in the future! : ) Have a great day guys! : )

So for one last time...

Live, Love, Laugh Songbird =(<)>

Issue 12 Cornerstone Gazette 2nd Semester

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Second Semester

Issue 12

April 3rd, 2012

Last Day of Spring Semester!

Meet Songbird!

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"May our sons in their youth be like plants that grow strong, May our daughters be like stately columns which adorn the corners of a palace."

Psalms 144:12

Who Is Songbird?

Written by Songbird

Wow, I cannot believe that the Cornerstone Gazette has been up and running for two solid years now. I remember vividly in 2010 I was at a friends house and that was where this whole idea began. I came up with the idea that our Co-op should have a newspaper just like they do in High School. There should be a staff and an editor and it was going to be the best school newspaper ever! Once the idea was born we took off running. Our staff grew and the newspaper became much more successful then we had originally planned. I have had so much fun being a founder, writer, photographer, artist, and so much more for the Cornerstone Gazette. It has been a blast and has really enhanced my experience of Co-op. The staff of the Cornerstone Gazette is AMAZING! I am so proud of and so greatfull to everyone who has put in any effort in making the Cornerstone Gazette a success. I have been so happy that we have been able to keep the Cornerstone Gazette a student run publication for two solid years now. (except for some editing done by some amazing moms:) I am so greatfull to all of our dedicated readers and to all of you amazing people at Co-op I am so happy to have gotten the opportunity to attend Co-op with all of you! This is the big reveal! I have always tried to keep my identity a secret because I didn't want people to know who was behind the workings of the Gazette but now it is coming out. This year is certainly bitter sweet for me because I am graduating. This not only means that I will be leaving Co-op but that I will also be leaving the Cornerstone Gazette into the hands of others. This will be the last issue of the Cornerstone Gazette that I will have a hand in. I am so excited for the future of the Cornerstone Gazette I know even though I will be gone that there will be great things in it's future. I am so thankful to everyone who has worked with me side by side on this amazing project and I hope you all know how greatly I appreciate each and every one of you. I hope that you all have enjoyed reading the Cornerstone Gazette and I hope that each and everyone one of you has an amazing life! “For I know the plans I have for you says the Lord plans to prosper you and not to harm you plans to give you a hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11 I can't believe my day's of Co-op are now over but I am so excited for my future. So for one final time...

Live, Love, Laugh,

Songbird =(<)>

Showcase Is Tonight!!

Written by @ l ; n @

Showcase is tonight! Doors open at 6:30 so you can see the displays. However, showcase actually begins at 7:00. We're looking forward to a night of music, drama, performances, and lots of interesting things to look at. :-)

Order Your Yearbooks Today!

Written by Songbird

This week is the last week to order your Co-op yearbooks! The cost is only $20 and you don't want to miss out! You can order your yearbooks from Theresa Olivieri today! Don't forget because this is your last chance!

Fall Semester

Written by Songbird

Just to inform you the Co-op is currently working on the class grid for the fall semester and it should be available on the website, along with the class descriptions, sometime in May or June. Registration will be held on August 21^st with a second chance registration on August 28^th. There will be no more e-mail registrations so remember to plan accordingly. Also new members must join the Co-op by August 28^th at the latest.

 Spring Dance

Written by Songbird

Don't forget this is your last opportunity to buy your Spring Dance tickets! No tickets will be sold at the dance so be sure to get them today. The dance will be held on April 13^th from 7:00pm until 10:00pm. Tickets cost $20.00. The dance is being held at Fairfield Christian Church. The Spring dance is always a fun time to socialize and hang out with friends as a close to this semester. Everyone always has a great time and it really will be a Night to Remember!

Park Days

Written by Songbird

As tradition we will be having our park day meetings at Blacklick metro park during the summer for Co-op picnics. We usually meet every other Tuesday from 12:00pm until 3:00pm. Park Days are a great opportunity to re connect with friends, eat, talk, play games, and enjoy the park. Please continue checking the Cornerstone Families for the dates of the upcoming picnics. Hope to see you there! 

Park Days

Written by Songbird

As tradition we will be having our park day meetings at Blacklick metro park during the summer for Co-op picnics. We usually meet every other Tuesday from 12:00pm until 3:00pm. Park Days are a great opportunity to re connect with friends, eat, talk, play games, and enjoy the park. Please continue checking the Cornerstone Families for the dates of the upcoming picnics. Hope to see you there!

CiCi's Pizza

Written by Songbird

Just a reminder to you all. CiCi's Pizza in Pickerington 256 has agreed to stay open late after so that we can all come and eat after showcase. They will be staying open from 9:00pm until 11:00pm In the past this has always been a very good time of fun, food, and socialization, after showcase. Thanks again to Cheryl Paul for calling CiCi's ahead so that they will stay open late for us. Remember this is not a Co-op run event so everyone needs to be responsible for their own kids during this time. I hope to see you all there tonight!

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Showcase!

Wow! I cannot believe that tomorrow is the last day of Co-op! It's crazy to think that we are officially finished with 11 weeks of Co-op...We have one last day tomorrow and then Co-op is over until the autumn. Showcase is also tomorrow night after Co-op! Can you believe it! Tomorrow is the entire end of Co-op until after the summer. I'm so excited for the summer but I also love Co-op! Be sure to arrive on time to Co-op tomorrow! Be sure to thank all of your amazing teachers and say good bye to all of your awesome friends. Also don't forget to pick up a copy of the Cornerstone Gazette when you come in tomorrow! This will be the last issue until the fall so don't forget about it! You can grab a copy from the front table, the tables by the couches, or over by the microwave. I hope that you have all had a great week and I hope that you all have a great day today! : ) Don't forget to finish your projects and practice your performances so that you are ready for showcase tomorrow night! I hope that you all have a great day today! Can't wait to see you all tomorrow!
Live, Love, Laugh,
Songbird =(<)>

Next Tuesday!

Hey Everyone!
Wow can you believe that we just finished week 11 of Co-op? We only have one week left! After next week Co-op is officially over for this year! : ( It's so sad! I am ready to have a break but I will really miss Co-op! I have made allot of really awesome memories at Cornerstone and it's super sad to to be almost done with this semester...I hope that you all had an awesome day at Co-op yesterday! I sure did! I thought Co-op went very well yesterday! Everyone is moving now at a very fast pace in order to get all of the last minute preparations ready for showcase which is next Tuesday! I cannot believe that the last day of Co-op and showcase are both in now less than a week! It's crazy! Showcase is really going to sneak up on us so be sure to be getting all of your projects done and working your hardest to get all of the practice in that you can for your pieces. The last issue of the Cornerstone Gazette for this year will be next week so be sure to pick up a copy of the final issue Tuesday. I hope that you all have an outstanding week this week and I can't wait to see you all once again one last time at Co-op next Tuesday!

Live, Love, Laugh Songbird =(<)>

Cornerstone Gazette Second Semester Issue 11

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Second Semester

Issue 11

March 17th, 2012

Student Run Newspaper

Mr. Peaches Finds A Home!

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" May our sons in their youth be like plants that grow strong, May our daughters be like stately columns which adorn the corners of a palace."

Psalms 144:12

Mr. Peaches Finds a Home

Written by Songbird

For those of you who saw the article last week about Mr. Peaches, the cat, we have good news Mr. Peaches has found a home. The very friendly cat is now taking up residence at a neighbor's home and living a very comfortable life.

Showcase!

Written by @ l ; n @

There is now only one week left until showcase! This of course means that we need to be working hard to prepare our projects and pieces for showcase. Next Tuesday April 3rd at 7:00pm is the date and time of showcase. Be sure to stay focused on getting everything ready for showcase because it will be here before you know it!

Homeschool Convention

Written by Songbird

Coming up soon on March April 19-21 is the Midwest Homeschool Convention. It is held in a huge exhibit hall in Cincinnati, Ohio. There will be outstanding speakers, many different workshops to attend, curriculum shopping, worldview teen track, an optional children's conference, fun and fellowship and so much more. If you are interested in attending the Midwest Homeschool Convention you can find out more information and prices on their website www.cincinnatihomeschoolconvention.com

Prom Gowns at Co-op?

Written by Songbird

You aren't seeing things. There really are girls wearing prom dresses to class today. This is Mrs. Park and Mrs. Ehrman's way of reminding you to buy your spring dance tickets today! The Spring dance will be held on April 13^th from 7:00pm – 10:00pm at Fairfield Christian Church. The theme is “A Night to Remember.” You need to be sure to buy your tickets soon because no tickets will be sold at the dance this year! Tickets cost $20.00 a piece. The Spring dance is always a fun time to socialize and hang out with friends as a close to this semester. Everyone always has a great time and it really will be a Night to Remember!

CiCi's Pizza

Written by Songbird

Our tradition for the past several years has been to go to CiCi's Pizza directly following showcase for food, fun, and socialization. Thanks to Cheryl Paul that tradition will continue. CiCi's Pizza in Pickerington has agreed to stay open late for us to all come and eat after showcase. This is not a Co-op run event so everyone need to be responsible for there own kids during this time.

The Cornerstone Gazette is a student publication and not an official outlet of the Cornerstone Co-op or its Comittee.

Semester!

Hey Everyone!
Wow I cannot believe that yet another week has passed and here we are once again at the night before Co-op! This semester has flown by so far it's crazy! I seriously feel as if I just started fall semester a couple of months ago and here we are one day and one week away from Showcase! Don't forget to keep practicing your hardest because showcase will be here before you know it! Be sure to arrive to Co-op on time and ready to go tomorrow because alot needs to be accomplished at classes tomorrow in preparation for Co-op. I hope that you all had a great week and enjoyed all of this warm weather we have been having. Be sure to have all of your homework done and ready to go for tomorrow because it's going to be a little crazy! Don't forget to pick up a copy of the Cornerstone Gazette on your way in tomorrow from the front table, tables by the couches, or by the microwave. I hope that you all have a great rest of your day today. I can't wait to see you all tomorrow!
Live, Love, Laugh Songbird = (<)>

FANTASTIC!

Hey Everyone!
I hope that you all had a great day at Co-op today! I sure did!It was soooo warm outside today it was FANTASTIC! I hope that you all had a chance to go outside and enjoy some of this warm weather today because it was soo beautiful outside. I know even some of the classes today were held outside because it was so nice out! : ) I cannot believe that Co-op is beginning to come to a close already! It's crazy how quickly this semester has gone already! The semester is almost over and we only have two weeks left until it's showcase time! I cannot believe it. Be sure to be practicing your pieces and finishing your projects for showcase because it will be here before you know it! I hope that you all had a great day at Co-op today and I hope that you all have an amazing week this week! Can't wait to see you all next week! : )

Live, Love, Laugh Songbird =(<)>

Cornerstone Gazette Second Semester Issue 10

Second semester

Issue 10

March 20th, 2012

Student Run Newspaper

Mr. Peaches

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"May our sons in their youth be like plants that grow strong, May our daughters be like stately columns which adorn the corners of a palace."

Psalms 144:12

Mr. Peaches Needs A Home

Written by Momiter

Is there anyone who would like to adopt a cat? Last week a very attractive, short haired, orange and white cat appeared in my yard. He appears to be a young adult. He is very friendly. We can't find his owners, so we are trying to find a loving home for him before we start calling animal shelters. We already have 4 cats and are maxed out on our capacity for felines! He clearly has not been a stray. He looks bright eyed and healthy. He wants in my house badly. Is anyone willing to be his family, or do you know of anyone who might like to have him? We have his picture if you would like to see how handsome he is. (We have temporarily named him Mr. Peaches.)

Senior Reminder

Written by Songbird

It's time for the seniors to begin looking through pictures for their senior page in the yearbook. The yearbook staff would like to receive one senior picture and three to four candid pictures to include in the yearbook. They would rather have digital copies of the pictures. Also, each student needs to write a small biography which may include a favorite scripture or quote. Finally, this year the yearbook staff is requesting that all of the seniors would sign their name on a blank piece of printer paper because their signatures will be included on their senior pages this year as well. This information can be turned in no later then the last day of Co-op which is April 3^rd. Your senior pictures are due by graduation at the latest. If you have any questions on this you can contact the yearbook coordinater.

Spirit Wear

Written by Songbird

Our Cornerstone spirit wear has arrived! If you did not pick up yours at Co-op last week be sure to pick them up today at the snack table. If you have not yet paid the shirts may be held until you do so. Be sure to pay for and pick up your Co-op shirts soon!

Reminder

Written by @ l ; n @

The weather's been very nice, and spring is approaching very quickly. As it gets warmer out, it's nice to eat outside, however if you're going to go to the shelter, you need to have an adult with you. Parents please also be willing to accompany students who would like to be outside.

Showcase Workers

Written by Momiter

Spring Showcase is almost upon us! That means I will be recruiting workers for set up and tear down. Set up will begin at 2:00 on April 3. I am hoping to have it done by 3:30--or possibly earlier. (Last Showcase a motivated crew of 13 people completely finished setting up in 1 hour!) We will especially need guys able to handle moving stacks of chairs with the dolly. We will also need families and individuals who will commit to stay and tear down. With a large, enthusiastic crew both of these jobs can be done quickly, but without enough help, it can take hours. So, let me hear from you. I will have a sign up list at co-op.

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Feels Like Spring!

Hey Everyone!
I cannot believe that a week has passed already! This semester actually this entire year has just been flying by! I cannot believe how quickly it has gone by! Nine out of twelve weeks are finished already. We only have three weeks left until showcase. I hope that you all had a great week! Remember to keep practicing your pieces for showcase and finishing your projects and assignments because showcase will be here before you know it! I am so thankful for all of this warm weather we are having this winter! This has been an amazingly warm and wonderful winter so far : ) It feels like spring! Remember to arrive at Co-op on time and to have all of your homework finished! I hope that you all have had a great week and I hope that you have a great day today. Be sure to spend some time today enjoying this warm weather. Can't wait to see you all tomorrow! Be sure to pick up a copy of the Gazette on your way in from one of our three convienent locations. On the front table, over on the table by the couches, and also over by the microwave. Can't wait to see you all tomorrow!
Live, Love, Laugh Songbird =(<)>

Beautiful Outside!

Hey Everyone!
I hope that you all had a great day back to Co-op yesterday. I know I did! : ) Can you believe all this CRAZY warm weather that we are having. It's so beautiful outside! I hope that you all had a good week last week. And I hope you had a good two week break and got alot accomplished during it. It's crazy to think that showcase is going to be in only three weeks now! We are already through week nine of twelve....we only have three weeks of co-op remaining and then it's over until the autumn. It's so crazy to think that this year of Co-op is almost finished...I don't know about you but it has seemed to go sooo quickly for me! It's crazy how quickly time has passed. I guess the saying really is true time flies when you are having fun! : ) This has been a great semester but it is beginning to come to a close. Showcase will be here before you know it so make sure you are finishing up your projects and working hard on you performances for showcase. I hope that you all have a great week and I can't wait to see you all next week!
Live, Love, Laugh Songbird =(<)>

Issue 9 Cornerstone Gazette second semester

Second Semester

Issue 9

March 13th, 2012

Student Run Newspaper

At the Celtic Ball

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"May our sons in their youth be like plants that grow strong, May our daughters be like stately columns which adorn the corners of a palace."

Psalms 144:12

Spring Celtic Ball
Written by Songbird
This past Saturday March 10th was the Celtic Ball. As usual it was an incredible and fun event. Many people attended the dance this Saturday as well as quite a few of our own Cornerstone Co-op students. The dance went very well as expected. Many people, including myself, look forwards to this ball and it is always a fun dance where you get to meet and dance with friends and make new friends though an amazing night of Scottish dance and socialization. The practices before the dance ran smoothly as all the attenders practiced and learned the dances in the morning so that everything would run smoothly that evening. The practice is a great time to meet everyone, in a comfortable setting, who you will be dancing with later on. Then people left and got ready for the dance that evening. Ladies and gentlemen dressed to impress in ballgowns and suits and some people even wore kilts! Everyone walked in during the grand march and then the dance began. Before you knew it everyone was twirling around the ball room laughing and having an excellent time. The dance continued throughout the night and over all everyone had an amazing time. I hope that everyone who went to the ball had a wonderful night and I hope to see you all next year.

Spirit Wear
Written by Songbird
Our Cornerstone spirit wear has officially arrived! They will be given out on Tuesday. However, if you have not yet paid, we may hold on to them until you do so. Be sure to pay for and pick up your shirts soon.

Great Week Off
Written by @ l ; n @
We hope that you had a great week off and got many things accomplished for showcase. We had amazing weather, and I hope that you took advantage of it to spend some time outside! But now it's time to come back to Co-op and continue working on preparations for showcase. Showcase is in only four weeks and it will be here before you know it!

Picture Day!
Written by Songbird
In case you did not have your picture taken in the fall today is the day to have it done. The pictures today will be taken by a photographer from our very own Co-op. She will be taking pictures from 10:00am-2:00pm. Prints will be available for purchase.

Yearbooks
Written by Songbird
It is now the time to order your 2012 yearbooks! This year the cost is $20 each. The yearbook committee has been working very hard on this yearbook and hopes that you will enjoy your copy. Please see the yearbook coordinator in the narthex to order your yearbook.

Senior Meeting
Written by Songbird
Just a reminder to all the seniors and their parents that there is a senior meeting today. There will be two meeting and you can select which meeting to attend. There is a meeting at 9:00am and also one at 12:00pm. Both meetings will be held in the Cafe off the dome.

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Tomorrow!

Hey Everyone!
Wow I cannot believe that our two week break has passed already! It's kind of crazy actually how quickly this semester is going...we only have 4 weeks left! Anyways, I hope you had a great and productive break and hopefully you got everything done that you needed to for Co-op tomorrow. Since we have been on break for a little while remember to arrive to co-op on time so that you can be on time to your classes. I know we have not been in the pattern of having co-op for two weeks so remember to follow the rules and you can look over the Co-op handbook if you need a refresher. Remember to be practicing your pieces and finishing and working on your projects and assignments for showcase because it will be here before you know it!! I hope that you all had a great break but now it's time to get back into the swing of things preparing for showcase. I hope that you have a good day today.
See you all tomorrow!
Live, Love, Laugh Songbird =(<)>

Warm Wonderful Weather! : )

Hey Everyone!
I'm sorry that we didn't have Co-op yesterday but I hope that you all had a great day off regardless. : ) The weather has been sooo warm outside the past few days hopefully you have been able to get out and enjoy it some because it's wonderful. I hope that you had a chance to be outside some and enjoy the warm breeze it's practically like Spring already! : ) Well hopefully you got all of your homework done last week so you just have this week to sit back....relax and practice for showcase or work on any last pieces you have been procrastinating on. For those of you who can vote I hope that you really prayed about who to select as the Republican candidate and selected the person who God told you would be the best man for the job. Showcase is literally right around the corner guys so I hope you are busy getting ready! : ) Enjoy this week and the warm wonderful weather everyone! :)
Live , Love, Laugh Songbird =(<)>

No Co-op!

Hey Everyone!
I hope that you all had a great week! This is just a reminder to you all that there is NO co-op tomorrow. Co-op is cancelled due to the church being used at a poll for voting for the election. Because of that we do not have co-op tomorrow and we have another week until Co-op resumes. Be sure to use your extra week wisely. This extra week would be a good time to get homework done you have been putting off, projects finished which need completed and getting in some of that practice done that you have been procrastinating about for showcase. I hope that you all had an amazing week and I can't wait to see you all not tomorrow but NEXT tuesday! Have a good day!
Live, Love, Laugh Songbird =(<)>

Reminder!

Hey Everyone!
Wow we are done with yet another week at Cornerstone Co-op...Crazy isn't it?! I cannot believe that we just finished week 8 of 12! We only have four weeks of Co-op left until showcase. Since we are in such major crunch time now be sure to be practicing your pieces for showcase and finishing your projects. I don't know if it's just me or not but this semester has gone by so quickly it's kind of crazy! Co-op today went well. I could not believe how warm it was outside! It was so beautiful out. It was still a bit cool but compared to how it has been it was really quite warm and enjoyable. I know alot of students and adults alike were spending some time in the sun today during there breaks. Since we are now rapidly approaching showcase be sure to stay on top of all your homework and to practice hard. Just a reminder to you all WE DO NOT HAVE CO-OP NEXT WEEK due to voting at the church. This one week off will give you the oppertunity to catch up on projects and homework that you need to get finished so USE IT WISELY! I hope you all had a great day at Co-op today and I can't wait to see you all in two weeks! : )
Live, Love, Laugh Songbird =(<)>

Issue 8 Cornerstone Gazette second semester

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More than halfway done with Spring Semester!

Second Semester

Issue 8

February 28th, 2012

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"May our sons in their youth be like plants that grow strong, May our daughters be like stately columns which adorn the corners of a palace."

Psalms 144:12

A Night To Remember!
Written by Songbird
It has finally been announced! The date of the 2012 spring dance will be on Friday, April 13th. The 13th had twice the number of votes that the other two dates had. The dance's theme will be “A Night to Remember.” In a few weeks tickets for the dance will begin being sold. The tickets will cost $20.00 a piece. Kendra Park and Jane Ehrman are requesting that all tickets be purchased prior to the dance because they will not be selling tickets at the door. They are still searching for a building in which to hold the dance so if anyone has a church or facility that we would be able to use for this date you can let either Kendra Park or Jane Ehrman know.

Showcase Date
Written by Songbird
It has now been revealed that Spring Showcase will be on Tuesday evening, April 3rd unless it is delayed by a snow day. As we are heading into the winter weather season remember that if Southwest Licking school district is closed that co-op is also closed. If it is on a delay we will still meet. We generally have a few snow days so these days will probably be tacked on the end of the semester in April.

Celtic Ball
Written by Songbird
The registrations for the Celtic Ball on March 10th are coming in at a good pace. However, many young ladies are signing up and not very many young men have registered yet. It is not uncommon for the young men to sign up later but just so you know we need more young men! The dance is being held at the Benes Room ~ Hamilton-Williams Center 40 Rowland Avenue Ohio Wesleyan University Deleware, Ohio 43015. The practice for the advanced dancers is from 9:30am- 12:00 noon (doors open @ 9:00). The practice for novice dancers is from 1:00-3:00pm. The dance is not a co-op run event but it is very fun. I have gone several times and I have always had a good time. The cost of the ball is $35.00 postmarked after February 25th. I hope that you are all able to attend and I hope to see you all on the 10th.

God's World News
Written by Songbird
There is a very cool opportunity if anyone is interested in going in on a God's World News group subscription. If 12+ people would like to participate then a school-year subscription (Sept-April) will only cost $9.95.Cris Letourneau is willing to coordinate the ordering and delivery if people would like to participate and if it's OK to put the magazine in your folder at co-op. 6 different grade levels are offered from Pre-K to high school. You can go to their web page Subscribe to God's World News for more information. You can let Cris Letourneau know which magazines you would like by March 8th at the latest and she will take it from there.

Next Week Reminder
Written by @ l ; n @
Next week, Tuesday March 6th, there will be no co-op because the Church will be used for voting in the election. A good idea for us is that we should use this week to catch up on homework we may have been putting off, work on projects for the upcoming showcase, and get in a bit more extra practice for our pieces for showcase.

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Been a Blast!

Hey Everyone!
Wow this semester is just going by so quickly! I guess the saying really is true that time flies when you are having fun. This semester has been a blast so far but it has also gone by very quickly. I hope your semester so far has been fun : ) Anyways, here we are again at the night before Co-op. It's been an awesome semester at Cornerstone Co-op. We have had a pretty warm winter so far. It's been a great winter so far that I am actually really enjoying. Anyways I hope that you are all ready and excited for Co-op tomorrow! I know I am : ) Make sure that you have all of your homework done and projects completed for your classes in the morning. Be sure to arrive to all your classes ready an on time. I hope that you all had a great week this past week. And I also hope that you have a great day today! : )
Can't wait to see you all tomorrow!
Live, Love, Laugh Songbird =(<)>

Really Warm!

Hey Everyone!
I hope that you all had a great day at Co-op today! : ) I sure did! Can you believe that we have already finished week seven if this semester!?!?! It's crazy to think about!!! We only have five weeks of this semester of Co-op left and then we are on break for the whole summer!! WOW! I cannot believe how quickly this semester has gone by. I'm not exactly sure why but this semester has seemed to go by alot more quickly then past semesters. So this has been a REALLy warm winter so far! I'm so happy that we haven't had any snowdays!! : ) : ) I am hoping that we don't have any snow days all semester long! So far the weather is complying. I hope that you all had a good day at Co-op today! I hope that you all have a great week. Be sure to get all of your homework done this week. Also don't forget to stay on top of all of your projects and assignments for showcase because it will be here before you know it!
Have a great week!
Live, Love, Laugh Songbird =(<)>

Issue 7 Cornerstone Gazette second Semester

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Second Semester

Issue 7

February 21st, 2012

Student Run Newspaper

A Warm Winter at Cornerstone Co-op!

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"May our sons in their youth be like plants that grow strong, May our daughters be like stately columns which adorn the corners of a palace."

Psalms 144:12

Movie Review: Dolphin Tale
Written by Songbird
The movie Dolphin Tale is about a boy names Sawyer who lives in Florida. Sawyer is a very shy kid and has a difficult time talking to others and doesn't have many friends. He has a difficult time in school and the twelve-year-old is currently spending a lonely summer trying to make up for a few failed classes. One morning on his way to school Sawyers whole summer changes when is is pulled into help a young dolphin who has washed onto the beach with it's tail wrapped in a crab trap line. The dolphin and Sawyer make a special connection as the young boy tries to comfort the wounded animal. When the local marine hospital volunteers take her away, Sawyer cant stop thinking about the wounded dolphin on the beach. After school Sawyer heads over to try to see her again. He meets Hazel there who is the 11-year-old daughter of the hospital's head marine biologist who shows him the dolphin who they have named Winter and are trying to nurse back to health. Sawyer insists on coming back every day begging to help take care of Winter. Even though Hazel's dad is reluctant he gives in when he sees how Winter responds when Sawyer is around. Sawyer's dad abandoned him and his mom when he was little but Sawyer has a role model with his older cousin Kyle who is heading off to join the armed service. Kyle tells Sawyer that “Family is Forever.” Kyle later returns from overseas injured and very depressed and Sawyer tries to encourage him and shows him a lot of love. Kyle is very sad that he will no longer be able to swim because of his injury. A prosthetics specialist Dr. McCarthy encourages Kyle that just because he has lost one ability doesn't mean that he can't find something else new to excel at. This is a theme which runs throughout the whole movie which encourages people to pull together with their loved ones to make it past physical, emotional, and financial injuries. Sawyer's mom corrects him for skipping out on summer school but later after his apology, she comes to appreciate his passion for Winter and all of the marine science he's learned while at the hospital. She even gets Sawyer's teacher to give him credit for summer school for working at the marine hospital. When Winter washes up on the beach she was tangled from head to tail in a heavy rope. Her tail was broken and later it's determined that the dead tail must be amputated. The dolphin is left with a covered stump. Dr. McCarthy then volunteers his time to try to design a new tail for Winter. Dolphin Tale is a satisfying tale based on and starring the real Winter. The movie emphasizes family love and support while encouraging viewers to pursue their dreams.

Spring Dance!
Written by Songbird
All of the votes for the date and theme of the Spring Dance have been in. The possible dates were April 13th, April 27th, and May 11th. The possible themes were A Night to Remember, At the Carnival, and Underwater Paradise. The votes were being counted on Saturday so hopefully we will know the results soon!

Half Way Done
Written by @ l ; n @
This is the 7th week of this semester! After today we will be officially more then half-way done with this semester. This semester has gone by very quickly, and now is a good time to really focus and get ready for Showcase, which will be here before you know it!

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Scary!

Hey Everyone!
Wow here we are again at the night before Co-op! I cannot believe how quickly this semester has gone by so far! It's kind of scary! That we are already through week six! Tomorrow will be week seven. Time flies when you are having fun I guess. I am so exhausted! This week was a really long one for me. Long but good. I hope you all had a good week this week. I hope that you all have a good day today. Remember to do all of your homework so that you are ready for Co-op tomorrow. Be sure to arrive on time tomorrow. Also don't forget to stay on top of your projects and Co-op assignments because showcase will be here before we know it! I hope that you all have a great day today and I can't wait to see you all tomorrow! : )
Live, Laugh, Love Songbird =(<)>

Valentines Day!

Hey Everyone!
I hope that you had a good day at Co-op Tuesday! : ) I know I did. Happy Valentines Day everyone! It was a cold Valentines day on Tuesday. The snow was coming down quickly and heavily. Strangely enough however, it really wasn't as cold as I expected it to be. And THANKFULLY we did not have a snow day. I was really worried that we were going to have our first snow day but thankfully we did not and we have finished week six of spring semester at Co-op! I cannot believe that we are already halfway done with this semester! We only have six weeks left until showcase! Scary right!? haha but being perfectly serious. We are starting to quickly approach the end of this semester which means that showcase will be here before you know it! So remember to get your homework finished and in on time! I hope that you all had a great day at Cornerstone Co-op and a great Valentines Day! : )
Can't wait to see you all next week!
Live, Love, Laugh Songbird =(<)>

Issue 6 Cornerstone Gazette 2nd Semester

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Second Semester

Issue 6

February 14th, 2012

Student Run Newspaper

Happy Valentine's Day!

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"May our sons in their youth be like plants that grow strong, May our daughters be like stately columns which adorn the corners of a palace."

Psalms 144:12

Happy Valentines Day!
Written by Songbird
“In this is love, not that we loved God, but that He loved us and send His Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins.” 1 John 4:10
Valentine's Day is all about love. Everyone believes that Valentine's Day is all about thinking of new and creative ways to show love to our family, friends, and others who we care about. We look for cards with cute sayings, hearts, flowers, chocolates, heart-shaped desserts, balloons, stuffed bears, and those little candy hearts which say I love you all to show our love for those around us and to tell them how much they mean to us. This is all true however, the greatest demonstration of love, of course came from God when He sent His only Son from Heaven to the Earth to become our Savior and to die on the cross for our sins so that we can go to Heaven to spend eternity with Him. In essence, Jesus is God's Valentine to us! So as you are enjoying this Valentine's Day don't loose sight of God's great gift of love to us. Because no one can ever love us as much as He can. HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!! : )

“For God so loVed the world,
That He gAve
His onLy
BegottEn
SoN
That Whosoever
Believeth In Him
Should Not perish
But have Everlasting life.”
John 3:16

Spring Dance
Written by Songbird
The planning has officially begun for the upcoming spring dance. Don't forget that Kendra Park and Jane Ehrman are looking for some feedback on the theme and date of the dance. Although there is no date that will work for everyone, they want to give the students an opportunity to have input. The possible dates are April 13th, April 27th, and May 11th. The possible themes are: A Night to Remember, At the Carnival, or Underwater Paradise. Each highschool student may vote on a date and a theme for the dance. You can send an e-mail with your name, date of choice, and theme of choice to springdance@gmx.com. Send in your input as soon as possible so that you make sure that your opinion is heard.

Remember
Written by @ l ; n @
Please remember not to eat any food on the couches at Co-op. The church is very gracious in letting us use their building, and we should respect their rules. You can however, eat at the tables over the tarps just please remember to throw away your trash.

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Cold Outside!

Hey Everyone!
Wow it's very cold outside today! What happened to the warm weather!?! I wish that the weather would just settle down and decide if it's going to be warm or cold outside and stay that way for a while. This constant change in temperature is driving me CRAZY! Anyways, I seriously cannot believe that a whole week has passed and here we are again at the morning before Co-op. I find it slightly crazy how quickly this semester has gone by so far! Literally this semester has gone by so quickly and we are already almost halfway done. I hope that you all have had a good week! : ) I know that I have. Be sure to get all of your homework done for Co-op tomorrow. And REMEMBER to arrive at Co-op on time for all your classes. Please try not to be late because it's a disruption to the rest of the class. Be sure to pick up a copy of the Gazette tomorrow from one of our three convienent locations. On the front table, over by the couches, and by the microwave. Be sure to have all your homework done and ready to go for your classes tomorrow because now everyone is starting to get ready for showcase which is approaching very quickly. I hope that you all have a great day and I can't wait to see you all tomorrow!
Live, Love, Laugh Songbird =(<)>

Hard To Believe!

Hey Everyone!
Wow it's hard to believe that we are already finished with the first five weeks of Co-op! It's kind of crazy to think that we only have seven weeks of Co-op left in this semester!! It has been really warm out this past week but it is now snowing today and getting cold once again. This has been a very strange winter so far. It keeps going from freezing cold to really warm. I wish that the weather would calm down in to some sort of normal pattern. Anyways, I hope that you all had a good day at Co-op yesterday. I know I did! : ) I think that most if not all classes are now getting started working on there songs and pieces for showcase. Be sure to keep on track with you projects and practices for showcase because it will be here before you know it! I hope that you all had a good week last week. Be sure to get all your homework done this week so you are prepared for Co-op on Tuesday. I hope you all have an amazing week and I can't wait to see you all next Tuesday!
Live, Love, Laugh Songbird =(<)>

Issue 5 Cornerstone Gazette 2nd Semester

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Second Semester

Issue 5

February 7th, 2012

Student Run Newspaper

Welcome to the First Week of February!

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"May our sons in their youth be like plants that grow strong, May our daughters be like stately columns which adorn the corners of a palace."

Psalms 144:12

Spring Dance!
Written by Songbird
It's that time of year again. The planning has begun for the upcoming spring dance. The spring dance is not a Co-op activity but is always an amazing social event for the students of Cornerstone Co-op to attend. Kendra Park and Jane Ehrman are looking for some feedback on the theme and the date for the dance. Unfortunately the date of the dance will not work for everyone however, they want to give the students an opportunity to have input. The dates in question are April 13th, April 27th, and May 11th. The possible themes are A Night to Remember, At the Carnival, or Underwater Paradise. Each high school student may vote on a date and a theme for the dance. You can send an e-mail with your name, date of choice, and theme of choice to springdance@gmx.com. All of the students who have attended Co-op during this academic year from 8th grade to seniors are invited to attend. The Juniors and Seniors are allowed to bring a friend from outside of co-op to attend the dance. The dress code must be followed by all participants at the dance. All dress must be modest.
“Men: This dance requires semi-formal to formal attire. If you are in doubt, err on the formal side. Dress slacks, shirt, and tie are appropriate. (please, no jeans)”
“Ladies:
~The back of the dress must come up to the bra line.
~NO plunging necklines will be allowed.
~The bust line must be completely covered; no cleavage.
~The dress must come up on the sides to your underarms.
~Strapless gowns are okay, so long as they remain modest.
~Dress length must come to right above the knee.
You can wear a jacket, sweater, shawl or leggings if there is a question about one's dress.”
The location of the dance has yet to be decided so if your church would be a possibility and has room please e-mail Kendra Park or Jane Eherman.

Winter Fashion
Written by Songbird
As the seasons change so do your clothes. Often times as winter comes we pile on the scarves and sweaters. However, it is possible to stay warm and fashionable this winter. To look trendy in any season jeans are a must. They come in millions of shades and keep you warm and looking your best. The most popular jeans for 2012 are definitely Skinny jeans, and flared jeans for girls dark washes, decorative distressing, and neon colors are all the rage this season. For guys straight leg jeans are what is in style. Black, gray, and dark blue washes are definitely some of the top colors this winter. Moving up, popular shirts this season for girls are animal prints in a variety of shades and styles as well as funky geometric patterns, and soft florals. Most popular shirt options for guys are layered graphic T-shirts with a coordinating long sleeve T-shirt underneath. These shirts are very in this season and also are quite warm and comfortable. For foot ware obviously Converse High tops are one of the most trendy styles for your feet. A close second and third for girls are the Ugg boots, and also this season the moccasin slippers and a close second for guys would be Vans skate board shoes. For an extra layer of warmth graphic zip up hoodies keep you warm and looking cool. If you really want to be toasty you can pick up a wool toggle or pea coat or a sheik leather jacket which make a real fashion statement for both guys and girls! Finally hats and scarves don't have to be huge and bulky to be warm! Instead you can try a guys billed knit hat or a knit beanie. Girls can throw a crochet beret on and wrap a cute knit scarf around there neck for a complete look. I hope these easy tips keep you warm this winter while looking cool!

Last Day!
Written by Songbird
Today is the last day to order your Cornerstone Co-op shirts! At the snack table you can place your order for either a Co-op sweatshirt or a t-shirt. Shirts are available in Black or Red and several child and adult sizes are available. The t-shirts cost $12.00 and the sweatshirts cost $20.00. Be sure to order your shirts today! You can make your checks payable to Cornerstone Families. The shirts were designed this year by Samantha Bussey.

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Warm Weather Ending Again : (

Hey Everyone!
Man...I knew the warm weather would end sometime : ( Yesterday all I needed to keep warm was a hoodie but today I'm pulling back out the winter coat and scarf and gloves. Winter is always a freaky time of year it can jump from warm to cold so quickly! I love winter but I hate to be cold. Thankfully we have made it this far without having any snowdays though!: ) I cannot believe we are almost half way done with this semester. Tomorrow is the beginning of week five! Isn't that crazy!?!? This semester has seemed to go by so quickly it's kind of insane. Anyways I hope that you all have had a good week so far. Be sure that you have all of your homework finished and ready to go for tomorrow. Also everyone did sooo well getting to class on time last week. Lets all try again this week to get to class before it starts. I hope you all have a great day and I can't wait to see you all tomorrow! : )
Live, Love, Laugh Songbird =(<)>

Beautiful!

Hey Everyone!
WOW it was SO warm outside today! It felt like the beginning of spring! : ) Most students and parents alike were taking a brief time outside to enjoy the warm sunshine during their break today. I know I did! It was beautiful outside! The wind was a little chilly but it was just so nice and beautiful outside most people couldn't resist the nice warm weather! : ) I hope that you all had a nice day at Co-op today! My day went really well. I cannot believe how quickly this semester has gone so far! WOW! We are already done with four weeks of Co-op! Guys! We only have 8 weeks of co-op left! This semester has gone so quickly it's unbelievable! Classes are already in full swing moving towards getting their projects and songs underway. Great job arriving early to your classes guys!! : ) I hope that you all had an awesome day at Co-op and I hope that you all have a great week! : )
Live, Love, Laugh Songbird =(<)>

Issue 4 Cornerstone Gazette 2nd Semester

Second Semester

Issue 4

January 31st, 2012

It's a cold semester so far at Cornerstone Co-op!

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"May our sons in their youth be like plants that grow strong, May our daughters be like stately columns which adorn the corners of a palace."

Psalms 144:12

Spring Celtic Ball
Written by Songbird
The Celtic Ball is a formal evening of Scottish country dancing and traditional music. The ball will be held at the Benes Room Hamilton-Williams Center Ohio University 40 Rowland Avenue Delaware, Ohio 43015. The ball is for age fourteen and up and light refreshments will be served. Appropriate evening attire is requested. Dance instruction is courtesy of Scottish Country Dancing and Traditional Music. There is limited space which will fill up quickly so you need to send in your registration soon! The dance will be held on Saturday, March 10, 2012 from 7:00-10:00pm. There will be a dance practice from 9:30am-12:00 noon (doors open at 9:00am) for advanced dancers and a practice from 1:00pm-3:30pm for novice dancers. Tickets are $30.00 per person by February 25th and $35.00 after February 25th. I have attended the Celtic Ball several times and it is a great night full of fun that everyone can enjoy. All attenders should read the Celtic Ball invitation in order to understand the rules and dress codes fully. Remember the Celtic Ball is NOT a Co-op run dance. It is a Christian Homeschool dance which is fully independent from Co-op. If you have questions you can e-mail Rebekah Richendollar at thecelticball@gmail.com

Follow Us!
Written by @ l ; n @
If you forget to pick up a copy of the Gazette, you can find copies of it (and previous ones) on our blog, http://cornerstone-gazette.blogspot.com/. Also, if you have any questions or comments, you can email us at CornerstoneGazette@Gmail.com. We also have a twitter account, which is Twitter.com/Cornrstone_Gzt. Thank you to everyone who has supported us so faithfully and we hope that you enjoy reading the Gazette.

TeenPact
Written by Songbird
TeenPact was founded in 1994 by Tim Echols. The goal of TeenPact is to help students to realize their role as the next generation of leaders and to train and prepare them by teaching them, giving them tools, and opportunities to experience growth and to learn to understand the political process, about state government at the capital, how to value their liberty, and defend their Christian faith.Also while experiencing TeenPact students will also study the election process. Students can run for committee chairman, committee clerk, senator, and governor – parliamentary debate; how a bill becomes a lway and so much more! TeenPact is a hands on leadership school where Christian students can learn how they can change their world. The administrators at TeenPact believe that God has given every young person a large spiritual capacity and should encourage and use their God given talents. In Every TeenPact program students will experience spiritual discipleship, and will learn how to be a student leader in a safe Christian environment. TeenPact has classes in 38 states so far and it is still growing! Students who attend TeenPact will not only learn about government but they will also meet other students who will challenge them both mentally and spiritually and will develop lifelong friendships. TeenPact Ohio will hold two separate classes in 2012, April 16-19 and April 23-26. If you would like to learn more about TeenPact you can check out this link for more information. http://teenpact.com/ Though I personally have never attended TeenPact many of my friends have gone and have thoroughly enjoyed it and have learned a lot and have made great friends.

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Co-op Tomorrow!

Hey Everyone!

Wow here we are again at the night before Co-op. Can you believe a whole week has gone by already and so quickly? I don't know about everyone else but for me this semester has just been going by soooo quickly. It's crazy because including tomorrow we only have nine weeks left! What?! we have already gone through three week!?! I cannot believe it. This semester is just zooming by! It has been a good semester so far though. I'm just still holding out for no snow days! : ) Hopefully the weather will be good tomorrow for everyone to drive in. I'm OK with it being cold out and I actually love the snow but not when it makes us unable to have Co-op! lol A few notes for you all. 1) Remember to get all your homework done and everything you need gathered for Co-op tomorrow done tonight so that your ready for your classes tomorrow. 2) PLEASE remember to arrive to Co-op on time!!! By you being late that can both postpone the beginning of class because everyone is waiting for you...or it can also mean that the class will begin without you and when you come in late it will not only bother your teacher but it will be a disruption to the rest of the class. It's really simple actually on a normal day leave your house 5 minutes earlier so that you can get to class on time...or if it's really bad weather leave ten to twenty minutes earlier so you have plenty of time to get to Co-op safely and on time. Also if your going to be late just call one of the committee members and let them know that you are on your way just going to be a few minutes late. That way your teacher is prepared. Also another thing is try not to talk in the hall ways to much if you are running in between classes. Talking is a distraction to students in classes and it will make you late to your own. Lets all try to arrive to our classes on time this week at Cornerstone Co-op! : ) I hope that you all had a great week. I can't wait to see you all tomorrow. Have an awesome day!!!

Live, Love, Laugh Songbird =(<)>

Completed!

Hey Everyone!
Wow! I can't believe we have completed yet another week at Cornerstone Co-op! Can you believe that we are done with our first three weeks already!?!? The weather was freezing outside on Tuesday! It was so cold it turned my hands blue! lol I did not see pretty much anyone outside on Tuesday and I don't blame them! lol it was soooo cold! Anyways I hope that you all had a great day at Co-op. I did! : ) Can you believe that we only have 9 weeks of Co-op left before showcase?! Every class is already working hard to try to get a head start on preparations for showcase. I hope that you all had a great day at Cornerstone Co-op and I hope that you all have an awesome week this week as well. Be sure to stay on top of your homework this week so that you can be ready for Co-op next Tuesday! Can't wait to see you next week!
Live, Love, Laugh Songbird =(<)>

Issue 3 Cornerstone Gazette 2nd Semester

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Second Semester Issue 3 January 14th, 2012

Student Run Newspaper

Winter Semester at Cornerstone Co-op!

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"May our sons in their youth be like plants that grow strong, May our daughters be like stately columns which adorn the corners of a palace."

Psalms 144:12

Winter Jam 2012!
Written by Songbird

Winter Jam 2012 is Christian Music's largest annual tour. I have been to Winter Jam several different years and I have enjoyed it each and every time I have gone. It's a concert full of amazing Christian artists all gathered together under one roof! This year Winter Jam 2012 is this Saturday January 28th at the Schottenstein Center in Columbus Ohio. The doors open at 5:00pm and the concert begins at 6:00pm. It ONLY costs $10 at the door! No tickets required. Artists include Skillet, Sanctus Real, Group 1 Crew, Building 429, Kari Jobe, New Song, Brock Gill, Dara Maclean, For King and Country, Nick Hall, Peter Furler, We As Human, and many more! It's going to be an incredible night! If you want more information on Winter Jam 2012 you can read all about it at http://www.premierproductions.com/tour/winter-jam-2012-tour-spectacular/columbus-oh

Cornerstone Co-op Shirts!
Written by Songbird
As of today it is time to order your Cornerstone Co-op t-shirts ans sweatshirts. You can place your shirt orders today through February 7th. The shirts are available in red or black and several child and adult sizes. T-shirts are $12 and sweatshirts are $20. You can place your orders at the snack table and make checks payable to Cornerstone Families. The shirts were designed by a student from Cornerstone Co-op.

Ten Favorite Things About Winter
Written by @ l ; n @
Probably my favorite activity to do when there's a lot of snow is going sledding with my cousins. I also enjoy watching the snow, especially at night. It is also good for taking pictures, and I like experimenting with different angles. Ice skating is another activity. Oh! And drinking hot chocolate :-)Another activity is Christmas caroling with friends and family. Christmas and New Years Day are two very fun holidays for me. I (of course) greatly enjoy my Christmas break, and getting to see more of family. Now I know I'm crazy, but I do love cold weather, and just having everything be colder is refreshing for me.

Even More Options
Written by Songbird
Beginning today you are now able to purchase all-beef hotdogs for $1.50 each at the snack table. It's exciting for us to have another option for lunch and hopefully everyone will take advantage of this new item. Pizza will still be offered but there will not be as many pizzas ordered due to lack of sales. If you would like to have pizza for lunch be sure to sign up early so that enough pizzas can be ordered.

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Very Quickly!

Hey Everyone!
Wow is it just me or did this past week seem to go by VERY quickly? It's crazy how fast this semester is going by. Actually last semester seemed to go by pretty quickly to. So anyways as always tonight is the night before Co-op. I hope you have all your homework done and ready to go for your classes in the morning. Can you believe this weather out side!?!?! It's like spring almost! It's such a nice break from the crazy winter we have had so far. Hopefully it stays this nice out tomorrow for Co-op because then the roads would be a lot safer and easier to drive for people who have to travel longer distances. It's kind of beautiful outside right now : ) Anyways, I hope that you all had a great and productive week. I know I did. I hope that you are all excited for Co-op tomorrow I AM! Make sure that all your homework is done and that you have everything you need for Co-op tomorrow! Can't wait to see you all! Have a great day!
Live, Love, Laugh Songbird =(<)>

We Survived!

Hey Everyone!
Wow we survived! lol I was really afraid that it was going to be snowing today and that we weren't going to be able to have Co-op! But no thankfully it only rained and that was it! : ) I can't believe that we have already finished the first two weeks of Co-op! We only have ten weeks left :( I think today was a good day at Co-op. I think it was a great day at Cornerstone Co-op. We are just starting to get into the rhythm of this semester and how everything is going to work out. All the classes have begun the hard work of this semester and getting everything ready for showcase. Isn't that crazy? We are already thinking about and getting ready for spring showcase. Wow where has the time gone? Anyways I hope that you all had a good day at Co-op today. Remember to stay on top of your homework this week so that you will be prepared for Co-op next week! Can't wait to see you all next Tuesday!
Live, Love, Laugh Songbird =(<)>

Issue 2 Cornerstone Gazette 2nd Semester

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Second Semester

Issue 2

January 17th, 2012

Student Run Newspaper

Winter Is Here!

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"May our sons in their youth be like plants that grow strong, May our daughters be like stately columns which adorn the corners of a palace."

Psalms 144:12

Modern Day Super Heroes?
Written by Songbird
One Saturday night in Seattle Fabio Heuring was standing outside of a restaurant with a friend when an enraged man ran right into them. For no apparent reason the man began to beat up Heuring's friend. Then out of the blue swooped in a strange sight, a self appointed super hero in a black mask and muscle suit sprayed the enraged man with pepper spray much to Heuring's surprise and relief. Strangely enough these self appointed super heroes have been popping up all over the globe fighting crime and helping out citizens even with every day tasks. From the United States to Hong Kong these modern day super heroes are hitting the streets and helping those in need. A few examples are, Polarman from Canada helps others by shoveling snow, trying to stop vandalism, and cleaning play grounds. Super Vadclav from the Czech Republic douses cigarette smokers with water and attacks dog owners who don't pick up after their dogs. Red Arrow from Hong Kong hands out gifts and shields people with umbrellas. Citizen Prime from the United States distributes literature and attempts to get the community involved with fighting crime. All these heroes donned in tights, boots, masks, and capes live there day to day lives ready for action at any moment and ready to help there fellow citizens. However, even though these self appointed heroes are intending there actions to be heroic unfortunately some of there actions are also illegal. But, what these men and women don't realize is that you don't need a cape or mask or another identity to be a hero. You can be a hero to your friends, your family, and even people you don't know. You can donate to a charity, give your time to someone in need, and so much more to be a hero in their eyes. No tights necessary!

Trak Magazine

Winter Fun Facts!
Written by Songbird
Since we are officially now into winter we have had some snow (thankfully not to much) and the weather is cold out I thought to get us all into the mood for winter I would share some interesting facts about winter with you.

1) No two snowflakes are alike.

2) The tallest snowman ever built was 113 feet 7 inches tall. Named Angus and made in Bethel Maine in 1999.

3) The world's tallest snowwoman was also made in Bethel Maine but in 2008. The snowwoman stood 122 feet 1 inch tall.

4) The largest snowflake recorded in the Guinness World Book of Records fell in Montana and was 15 inches wide.

5) Average snowflakes fall at a rate of 3 feet per second.

6) Winter ends on March 19th.

7) The record for the most snow angels at one time was set in Ontario Canada in 2004 when a couple of schools joined to create 15,851 snow angels.

8) Billions of snowflakes fall during a snow storm.

9) Ice is a mineral.

10) It doesn't have to be 32(degrees Fahrenheit) outside to snow.

Christmas Break
Written by @ l ; n @
My favorite part of Christmas break was getting together with family. However, Christmas break is now over and it's time to get back into the swing of things. I'm glad to be back to co-op, and a little less glad to be back to school. ;-) We hope you had a good first day of co-op last week!

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Tomorrow!

Hey Everyone!
Wow here we go again we are back to the night before Co-op once again. I can't belive that we are ready to start our second week of Co-op already. I hope that you all have had a great week so far. Be sure to double check and make sure that you have gotten all of your homework done and that you have all of your supplise and everything that you need to be ready for the second week of Co-op. I hope that you all have had an awesome week and I can't wait to see you all tomorrow. Be sure to pick up an copy of the Gazette on your way in tomorrow from one of our three convienent locations. You can pick one up from the front table by the mailbox, the tables by the couches, or now also in front of the microwave! I hope that you all have had a good week and I can't wait to see you all tomorrow!
Live, Love, Laugh Songbird =(<)>

CRAZY!

Hey Everyone!
WOW OK so the first day back to Co-op is over! I cannot believe that it's done! It seemed to creep up on me so quickly and then this morning we were at Co-op again and now I'm not at Co-op anymore. It's crazy! Today went so quickly. I hope that you all enjoy all of your classes! I am happy with all my classes...I have alot of homework classes this semester but it will still be alot of fun. I hope that you were all able to catch up with your Co-op friends and I hope that you all had a great first day back! Can you believe there are now only 11 weeks left of this semester?!?! UNBELIEVABLE! I am just praying for no snow days so that showcase doesn't get pushed back a month or anything. lol I hope that you all had an awesome day at Co-op today and I also hope that you all have a great week! Can't wait to see you next week!
Live, Love, Laugh Songbird =(<)>

Issue 1 Cornerstone Gazette 2nd Semester

Second Semester

Issue 1

January 10, 2012

[[]] Cornerstone Gazette [[]]

Student Run Newspaper

Second Semester Begins!

"May our sons in their youth be like plants that grow strong, May our daughters be like stately columns which adorn the corners of a palace."

Psalms 144:12

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Here We Go Again!
Written by Songbird

Wow here we go again! We are at the beginning of yet another semester at Cornerstone Co-op. Last semester seemed to fly by and before we knew it we were already done and heading into Christmas break. But now Christmas break is over and it's time to get back in to school. The good thing though is that with the beginning of school also brings the beginning of second semester at Co-op! And as you all know when Co-op resumes so does the Cornerstone Gazette. If you have kept up with our blog (http://cornerstone-gazette.blogspot.com/)over the break you know that the Cornerstone Gazette staff is officially off of break and has been working hard to bring this first issue of the Cornerstone Gazette to you all today! We have a lot of fun working together each week creating each and every issue with all the latest Co-op news inside. We hope that you all enjoy reading the Cornerstone Gazette as much as we enjoy creating it for you. Remember that you can always catch up on the latest news on our blog, follow us on twitter (Twitter.com/Cornrstone_Gzt), and can e-mail us with any questions, ideas, or concerns, at (Cornerstone.Gazette@Gmail.com) I hope you all had a Merry Christmas but school is now back in session and so is the Cornerstone Gazette!

Remember The Rules
Written by Songbird
Hey Everyone! Just a quick reminder since we have been out for a few weeks now. Remember that unless you are in the covered area in front of the church you need an adult with you outside anywhere else.(not that you would want to go out there since it is so cold right now) Also remember to keep your food over the tarps by the tables set up for eating lunches and not on the couches. The church is very considerate for allowing us to have Co-op in there church so please remember to respect the building and the Co-op rules. For the rest of the rules you can read the Cornerstone Co-op handbook. Also please remember to arrive to Co-op early so you can be in your classes on time. This is a courtesy not only to the teacher but also to your fellow classmates. I hope you all had a great Christmas break and I know this is going to be another amazing semester at Cornerstone Co-op! : )

Movie Review: Puss In Boots
Written by Songbird

The movie Puss In Boots tells the “tail” of the life and childhood of Puss In Boots. Puss began life as a lonely tabby taken in by an orphanage. He quickly became friends with another young fellow outcast named Humpty Dumpty. He made his way in life sharing Humpty's dreams of someday finding magic beans and climbing a beanstalk to a golden egg kingdom in the sky. One day Puss heroically saved an endangered person and earned his boots as a symbol of honor and bravery. However, one choice pulled the friends apart and caused Puss to be wrongly accused of being a criminal. Puss learned to live his life with with only his sword and his boots. One day he meets a thief named Kitty Softpaws she is beautiful and talented and shares his desire to find and plant the legendary beans. What Puss doesn't know is that she is working for Humpty Dumpty! And that begins the adventure that takes Puss and his friends to the golden egg kingdom in the sky. From early on Puss is known as a good guy. He was raised by his adoptive mother Imelda who taught him right and wrong. Puss is known to stand up for his friends and risks his life to save an old woman, Kitty, and even Humpty who betrayed him. Puss and his friends must fight to steal the magic beans from the evil Jack and Jill who are keeping the magic beans so that they can steal the golden goose. Puss manages to steal the beans and plant them and he and his friends climb the beanstalk to the golden kingdom and steal the golden goose. Later we uncover that in a heist that Humpty and Puss pulled as children Humpty left Puss to take all of the blame and Puss had been an outlaw the rest of his life. In the end Humpty gives up his life to protect the town and save the golden goose. Humpty's outer shell shatters leaving a solid inner golden egg behind. “I always knew you were good inside.” Puss says and forgives Humpty. Puss in Boots is an action packed fun “tail” that gives a character-driven, intelligent story which dares us all to earn our own boots for our own acts of heroism and attempts to do the right thing. In my opinion Puss In Boots is a great movie that the whole family can enjoy!

The Cornerstone Gazette is a student publication and not an official news outlet of the Cornerstone Co-op or its Committee.

Christmas Break Is Now Over!

Hey Everyone!
Wow here we are once again at the night before Co-op. I can't believe that Co-op resumes TOMORROW! I'm pretty excited to start all my new classes and see all my Co-op friends but I wish Christmas break was a little longer. I hope that you all have had a great week. Since we have been on break for a while just a few reminders... PLEASE try to leave your house early so that you will arrive to your first class on time. Also once you arrive please plan enough time to get to your class. I know it's tempting to talk to friends you haven't seen in a long time in the halls and to loose track of time. But, as a courtesy to your teachers and your other classmates please try to arrive to class early or at least on time. Make sure that you have all your homework compleated for your continuing classes. Also make sure that you have all of your supplise that you need for all your new classes. I hope that you are ready because it's going to be another great semester at Cornerstone Co-op!
Live, Love, Laugh Songbird =(<)>

2012

Hey Everyone!
Wow is it just me or did Christmas break fly by?! Literally it seems as if we just finished Co-op a week ago and here we are again the week before Spring semester at Co-op begins! I hope that you all had a very merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. I hope that you all had an awesome break from school to spend time with your friends and family. My break was amazing but it seemed to go by very quickly. I guess it really is true that time flies when you are having fun! But now the holiday season is over and we are steadily moving towards begining second semester at Co-op. I hope you all are excited. I am not really ready to have my break over yet but am very excited to see all of my friends at Co-op again. Just a reminder that Co-op resumes next Tuesday. Tuesday January 10th. Be sure to get all of your homework finished for all your continuing classes and all your supplise ready for each class. Also be sure to arrive at Co-op on time or early for your first class so that class can begin on time as usual. I am looking forward to seeing you all next Tuesday. Have a great week everyone!
Live, Love, Laugh Songbird =(<)>