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Teacher of the Year:  2011-2012
 
Mrs. Mariangely Torres - H.S. Math Teacher
 
Student of the Year:  2011-2012
 
Orlando Rodriguez - 12TH Grade Student
 
CONGRATULATIONS!!!
 
CCS SPELLING BEE WINNER
 
CONGRATULATIONS to Miss Alani Aldarondo - 6A who won 6th place at the Spelling Competition held in San Juan on February 19, 2010.
 
GREAT JOB!

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SPORTS:  GO WARRIORS!!!

     We would like to thank our girls and boys of the Warriors team for putting forth their time and effort into the volleyball practices.  They have done such a great job.
We also would like to congratulate THE MINI GIRLS VOLLEYBALL WARRIORS for obtaining 3rd PLACE and the JR.  GIRLS VOLLEYBALL WARRIORS for obtaining CHAMPIONSHIP.  GO WARRIORS!!!! WE ARE SO PROUD!!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!!

MATH RECYCLE COMPETITION - NOV. 17TH
 
Our school participated along with approximately 17 other area schools in a "Math Project with Recyclible Materials" for the purpose of incorporating math concepts in order to save the environment.  This took place in the Plaza Rafael Hernandez in Aguadilla.   Students were evaluated on creativity, appearance and the amount of recycled material that was used to make the project.  Thank you Mrs. Villarrubia for inspiring our students with some great ideas!!!
 
THE FOLLOWING STUDENTS RECEIVED TROPHIES FOR THEIR PROJECTS:
 
Gabriel Barreto
Lina Bartolomey
Andrea C. Delgado
Ronnie Nuņez
Gustavo Rodriguez
Raymond Roldan
Ramon Gonzalez &
Ariana Cordero
Dayanyadi Trabal &
Brenda Quiņones
 
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OF OUR STUDENTS WHO PARTICIPATED IN THIS COMPETITION!!!!!
 
 
 

CCS Teacher & Student of the Year: 2008-2009
 
Each year Carib Christian School chooses a student and a teacher with the special qualities that stand out amongst his/her peers (most times this can be a complicated task).  Once they are chosen, we then submit their names to the Association of Private Schools of Puerto Rico, in which a special ceremony is dedicated to each one. 

Click Here to Visit Our "Teacher of the Year" Page.

Click Here to Visit Our "Student of the Year" Page

Click Here to See a Few of Our Teachers and Students Waving "Hello"!

Click Here To Read The Names Of The Girls On Our CCS Volleyball Teams for SY 2007-2008!

Meet our 2006 Spelling Bee Winner!

CCS "The Wizard of Oz"
 
On the evenings of Thursday and Friday, May 4-5, 2006 at 6:30pm, students from both the Middle/High and Elementary Schools performed in the musical "The Wizard of Oz".  It was an outstanding performance on the first night and a better one on the second night!
 
We are so proud of our talented students!
 
Congratulations to our actors!

Meet The Cast Members

CCS & The Association of Private Schools of PR Recognize Both "The Teacher of the Year" and "The Student of the Year" for SY 2005-2006:
 
On Wednesday, Feb. 15, our "Student of the Year" - Louis Patrick Acevedo, 12th Grade - was taken to a special convention in San Juan hosted by The Association of Private Schools of PR to celebrate this special event. 
 
On Friday, Feb. 17, our "Teacher of the Year" - Mrs. Rosa Perez, was also taken to this special convention in San Juan hosted by The Association of Private Schools of PR to celebrate her special day.
 
All the students and staff at CCS wish you both the best and we know that you always put your best foot forward in all that you do!  CONGRATULATIONS!

CCS 2005-2006 Spelling Bee Winners:
 
We would like to congratulate our winners of the CCS Spelling Bee Contest:
 
Carlos Calzada - 1st Place
Alejandro Loyola - Runner Up
 
We would also like to wish you the best of luck at the District Competition in Mayaguez!

Meet Our CCS Warriors Basketball Teams 2006:
 
Boys Mini -
Eugenio Marcano
Orlando Rodriguez
Jose Rios
David Valle
Ricardo Mercado
Christopher Gonzalez
Joshua Lopez
Jose Hernandez
Michael Alfaro
Adrian Aguilar
Jaime Rodriguez
Scout Infanzon
 
Boys Junior -
Henry Acevedo
Richard Ruiz
Carlos Carbonell
Aramis Gonzalez
Nathaniel Lopez
Hiram Martinez
Ulyses Rodriguez
Catalino A. Sanchez
Alexis Velazquez
Armando Machado
Alberto Ramos
Jack Tam
 
Boys Senior -
Ricardo Rodriguez
Ismael Santiago
Fredy Velez
Irving Rivera
Jorge Rodriguez
Rafael Roldan
Johnson Tam
Jose Soto
Juan C. Gomez
Jaseft Canales
Josue Soto
Patrick Acevedo
Edrick Rosa
 
Good Luck Guys!  Bring Home the Championship!

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CCS GIRLS MINI VOLLEYBALL TEAM 2005 - YOU WON THE CHAMPIONSHIP!  GREAT JOB FOR ALL YOUR HARD WORK AND DEDICATION - YOU MAKE US PROUD!!!!!!
 
THANK YOU COACH RIOS FOR LEADING OUR VOLLEYBALL TEAM INTO VICTORY!
 
 

The 4th Grade Presents a Christmas Play - "Nutcracker". Click Here for More Info.

Washington D.C. Civics Center Trip
 
Our 11th grade students are back from Washington D.C. and they had a memorable experience!  They were busy from 8:00AM and their day ended at 9:00PM every day.  Nevertheless, this has been a trip that they will talk about for a long time.  It was a great learning experience for each and every one of these students!
 
Welcome back!
 

Enter Here to Read More About The Washington, D. C. Trip From The Students and To See Their Pictures.

Turkey Marathon/Family Day - Friday, November 18:
 
The Staff and Faculty of CCS have begun planning for this annual event and it's going to be bigger and better than ever!  We are going to have: races, games, prizes, rides, a talent show, karaoke, music, cartoon characters and food!  So, we invite you, your family and friends to join us for a day of fun!
 
We'll be bringing you more details as soon as possible.
 
UPDATE:
 
Our Family Day / Turkey Marathon was outstanding!  Everyone (parents, children and friends) had lots of fun - just as we had planned it!  We'll soon add some pictures to our web page. 
 
Thanks to our staff and faculty for helping us make it a success.

Click Here to See Our New Family Day / Turkey Marathon Page.

Cowboy/girl Day at the Elementary Campus Was a Success!
 
Most of our students and teachers at the elementary campus dressed up for the occasion and they all looked great!
 
We had a "root'n-toot'n" time!

Click Here to See How Some of Our Students and Faculty Dressed for the Occasion!

12th Grade Cowboy/Cowgirl Day
 
On Friday, September 30, 2005, the 12th Grade Graduating Class was allowed to spend the school day dressed up as cowboys/cowgirls. If the whole class came in dressed as cowboys/cowgirls, CCS would pay $100.00 towards their graduation fund.  Furthermore, if they could convince the teachers and staff to dress up as cowboys/cowgirls on this day, the 12th graders would receive another $100.00 towards their graduation fund.  
 
The 12th graders were also allowed to hold a "Pig Kissing Contest" which involved the HS teachers and staff only.  The teacher or staff member who collected the most money for the 12th grade graduation fund, would KISS A PIG!
 
To find out who won the "Pig Kissing Contest", click below!

12th Grade Cowboy/Cowgirl Day - Click Here.

Girls Mini Volleyball Team 2005
 
Meet our 2005 Girls Mini Volleyball Team:
 
Jaricelis Soto
Natasha Santiago
Marlia Bosques
Odemaris Vazquez
Cassandra Gioia
Mariela Velez
Paola Robles
Rosio Canales
Paola Machado
Iberika Sanchez
Natalia Soto
Lyris Cortes
 
Congratulations girls for making the team!

Boys Mini Volleyball Team 2005
 
Meet the Boys Mini Volleyball Team:
 
Jose Hernandez
Jaime Rodriguez
Eugenio Marcano
Orlando Rodriguez
Jose Feneque
Jose Rios
Brian Sostre
William Morales
Carlos Calzada
Jean Carlos
Franciso Cienzio
Brent Flores
 
Congratulations guys!

CCS Annual Chocolate Fundraising Contest:
 
From August 25th till September 8th our CCS students participated in a Chocolate Fundraising Contest.  Prizes were as follows:
 
1st place winner - $250.00 Game Stop Gift Certificate.
 
2nd place winner - Digital Camara
 
3rd place winner - $50.00 Toys R Us Gift Certificate. 

Click Here to See Our 3 Prize Winners!

After School Care Program SY 2005-2006:
 
We are happy to announce that we now have available an "After School Care Program" for those parents who for whatever reason are unable to pick their child(ren) at the regular dismissal time.  The extended hours are from 3:00 PM until 5:15 PM daily.  For more details, please stop by the main office.

Student Mind Challenge:
 
It's time once again for another mind challenge for all CCS students!  For 5 days in a row, beginning on Monday, May 2 thru Friday, May 6, we will be looking for 5 winners (one per day) to answer one question each.  The first student to answer each question will win a $5 gift coupon redeemable at the elementary campus bookstore or at the high school cafeteria.  Remember, there will be 5 winners (if you win once, you can't answer anymore questions)!  So get ready for the first question tomorrow after 4:00 PM.  Email the answer with your name and grade to: ccsweb@hotmail.com.
 
Good Luck!
 
UPDATE:
 
We have 5 winners!  Each has answered correctly and each will receive a prize coupon for $5.00 each!  Enter below to see each question, who won, and their answers.
 
Congratulations to all!

Click Here to Find Each Question For Student Mind Challenge!

11th & 12th Grade Civics Trip (SY2004-05):
 
We have added a new web page with details and photos taken by the 11th & 12th grade students on their 7 day trip to Washington, D.C. during the first week of March.  They were accompanied by their teacher, Ms. Turner.  We hear that they had an memorable time! 
 
Now our 10th graders are starting to plan and fundraise for the following school year - they say that they can't wait to go!

Click Here to View "Washington, D.C. Civics Center Trip"

 
Regional Chess Tournament
 
On April 15th - 17th, 2005, the Puerto Rico Chess Federation conducted a chess tournament in the Cecader facilities on Ramey Base.  Chess players from all ages and from around the island participated.  The tournament was divided into two catagories:  1)  participants of the Federation (they have formal rankings and play for cash prizes), and 2) the students.
 
CCS was proudly represented by students from the elementary, middle, and high schools.
 
Professional categary participants were:
 
Javier Izuzquiza - 9th grade
Emanuel Keller - 9th grade 
Gabriel Guzman - 10th grade
 
Student category participants were:
 
Alberto Ramos - 6th grade
Jean-Marcel Delgado - 4th grade (won 3rd place, 14 yrs. old or less)
Patrick Acevedo - 11th grade (won 3rd place, 18-15 yrs. old)
 
Job Well Done!
 

Click here to visit "Message from our CCS Librarian, Mrs. Claribel Gonzalez.

Winners of the "Book It!" Reading Incentive Program for the Month of March are:
 
Andrea C. Delgado - KB
Alejandra Vega - 2A
Christian Nunez - 3A
Daisy Medina - 3A
Aranice Gonzalez - 3A
Isis Vidal - 3A
Paola Machado - 3A
Yaidra Nunez - 3A
Michael Roldan - 3A
Marah Ruiz - 3A
Carlos Calzada - 4A
Jean Marcel Delgado - 4A
Jaynary Rivera - 6B
 
 
Keep on reading!

Teacher and Student of the Year:
 
We would like to congratulate Mrs. Maria Ramos for being awarded by the Association of Private Education of PR, as "Teacher of the Year" 2004-2005.
 
We would also like to congratulate Victor Vazquez - 11th grade student - for being awarded "Student of the Year" 2004-2005 by the Association of Private Education of PR.
 
San Juan Star Spelling Bee
 
On Friday, February 18th, Mrs. Aldarondo accompanied our School Champion Spelling Bee Winner, Carlos Calzada - 4A, to Mayaguez, to participate in the regional phase of the San Juan Star Spelling Bee Contest.  Carlos made sixth place and is now eligible to continue on to San Juan on Friday, March 4, 2005 to compete islandwide.  We will keep you posted!
 
Congratulations Carlos - we wish you success!

Red Cross Donations -
 
I am so proud of all our students and staff at both campuses.  We have managed to collect $364.50 for the Tsunami victims of South East Asia.  A special thanks to Ms. Turner whom along with her students, sold candy at the High School.  The donations are greatly appreciated at the American Red Cross.  Your donations provide the survivors with nutricious foods, basic supplies, such as, tents and hygienic items, and basic health care.  All the members of this school have great big hearts in times of need.  God bless everyone and please have a save New Year!
 
Mrs. Ilia Rivera, RN - School Nurse

CCS Elementary Chess Tournament -
 
The first Carib Christian Elementary School Chess Tournament was held today, Friday, January 28th.  It was a complete success!  The purpose of the tournament was to encourage students to be a part of something different and educational and at the same time make it a fun and enjoyable activity.  Seventeen students who knew how to play chess, quickly signed up and many others were interested to learn how to play the game.  All of the goals of the tournament were accomplished.
 
The first place CCS Chess Tournament winner was:
 
Jean-Marcel Delgado - 4A
 
2nd place winner:  Amarilys Gonzalez - 6B
3rd place winner:  Alberto Ramos - 6B
 
We will try to conduct a chess tournament every month until April or May and on the last tournament we will give a prize.  Tentative tournament dates are:  February 25, March 18 and April 22.
 
The participants were:
 
3A - Ms. Villanueva's class:
Christopher Mulford
Michael Roldan
3B - Mrs. Mejia's class:
Raquel Ramirez
Andrea Rios
James Ho
Patrick Masters
Zaher Muniz
4A - Mrs. Cruz's class:
Jean-Marcel Delgado
Alejandro Loyola
Keith Perez
4B - Mrs. Aldarondo's class:
Memphis Caban
6A - Mrs. Torres' class:
David Repollet
6B - Mrs. Lafont's class:
Amarilys Gonzalez
Giancarlos Hernandez
Catalino Sanchez
Alberto Ramos
Angelica Velez
 
Students, you all played a good game!

CCS Boy Scouts -
 
On Thursday evening, Jan. 27th, the Boy Scouts attended an initiation ceremony held by their troop leaders.  Each Boy Scout received a special badge.  Among those in attendance was Mrs. Yarellys Perez, the elementary school principal, who was presented with a certificate dedicated to Carib Christian School.  Thank you boys, we are truly proud!

CCS Boys Basketball Team -
 
This season Coach Luis Rios has put together a CCS Boys Basketball team with the following students:
 
Alberto Ramos
Ezequiel Soto
Catalino Sanchez
Jose R. Hernandez
Eugenio A. Marcano
Alexis Velazquez
Gilberto Ferrer
Armando Machado
David Lopez
Gustavo Mejias
Carlos Torres
Jaime Rodriguez
 
Hey guys - good luck and make us proud!!!

CCS'S MUSICAL "BAH HUMBUG!" WAS A COMPLETE SUCCESS!
 
WOW!  Everyone left the auditorium feeling that they had just been to a Broadway play!  The 2 shows were booked to capacity!  The actors were excellent, the costumes were beautiful, and the scenery was great!  There was so much talent on stage, that it left many of us in tears - it was that good!  Carib is truly proud of ALL it students!  Congratulations to all who helped make this play a success!
 
Further information and pictures of the play to be added in our ccs news shortly.

Win 2 FREE Tickets to the Christmas Show "Bah Humbug"! 
 
Here's how:
 
Answer 3 simple science questions (1 question per day during the Fall Break) which you must first locate within the CCS Website.  The first to answer all 3 questions correctly will win!  You must e-mail your response to each question (ccsweb@hotmail.com ).  The winner will be announced on Wednesday, Dec. 1st.  Now find each question and Good Luck!
 
- UPDATE -
 
Great News!  We have a WINNER! 
The lucky winner of our contest is Rebecca Gutierrez from Isabela! 
 
Congratulations Rebecca, we'll see you at the "Bah Humbug!" musical.  ENJOY!

Spelling Bee Champion
 
Mrs. Aldarondo, coordinator of the San Juan Spelling Bee Contest has announced Carlos Calzada (from Mrs. Cruz's class - 4A) as the School Champion.  The winning word was "procrastinate".  In February, Carlos will go to Mayaguez to compete in the regional event. 
 
Good Luck Carlos!

The Annual Aguadilla Christmas Parade
 
Our students from 7th - 12th grades will, once again, be participating in this annual parade which will be held on Friday, Dec. 3rd at 9:00am.  Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy this festive event!

Ms. Celina Turner is proud to announce the great job that her 7th-10th grade students did on the Thanksgiving Baskets which were donated to the needy.
 
Thanks to:
 
Keilani, Julio, Kaye, Alyssa, Valerie, Belzamary and Latisha for helping deliver the food!
 
God Bless,   Ms. T.

Our CCS Turkey Marathon/Family Day SY2004-2005 Was A Success!
 
It was a day of fun from beginning to end!  We began the day with students from each grade racing to win turkeys!   When the event was over, they got their faces painted by clowns.  Next they got wet going down a huge inflatable water slide.  They also climbed a high rock wall and went through an obstacle course.  There was plenty of food and even pony rides.  But the best part was our Talent Show Competition which unfortunately ended the day!   All in all, it was a happy way to start the fall break! 
 
Talent Show Winners:
 
1st Place:  Raul Lopez - violin
2nd Place: Lizette Gonzalez & Patricia Roldan - song
3rd Place:  Wilfredo Sanchez & Gabriel Guzman - song and guitars.
 
Prizes were:  1st place - $150 cash prize, 2nd & 3rd place - a turkey for each contestant.
 
Other Contestants were:
 
Dana Alvarez - Ballet
Shabeli Acevedo - Song
Roxana Lopez - Flute
Krystie Vale, Krystal Torres and Yailyn Velez - Dance
Lilianna Martinez - Song
Michael Martinez - Song
 
We are grateful to all of our participants for sharing their talents with everyone!  Congratulations to all!

On Friday, April 8th CCS had its Annual Science Fair, which was  held this year at the elementary campus.  The following classes participated:
 
   Miss Rivera - Class 5A
   Ms. Gianinni - Class 5B
   Ms. Garcia - Classes 8A & 8B
   Mrs. Muņiz - Class 10A
 
All the students displayed their science projects for all to see and each one was as good or better than the next!  In the near future we will announce the first, second and third place winner for each grade. 
 
Congratuations to the 5th, 8th & 10th grade students for their well presented displays!
 
 
CCS "Warriors" Boys Mini Basketball Team
 
We are proud to announce that our team has won against the following teams:
 
San Benito 44 - 40
San German 33-27
San Luis Academy
 
GO WARRIORS!!!
 
 

Spelling Bee Winner:
 
CCS would like to congratulate our Spelling Bee Winner, Carlos Calzada - 4A, for making his mark at our school, the western regionals and for trying his best in the San Juan Star Islandwide Event on Friday, March 4th!  Carlos, never give up!  You are great!

Click Here to See Our San Juan Star Regional Spelling Bee Winner!

2nd Elementary Chess Club Tournament Winners for the Month of February
 
1st Place Winner:  Jean-Marcel Delgado
2nd Place Winner:  Alberto Ramos
3rd Place Winner:  Carlos Torres
 
CONGRATULATIONS!
 
Names of Participants:
 
3A
Wilfredo Aldarondo
Christopher Mulford
Christian Nunez
Michael Roldan
4A
Jean-Marcel Delgado
Alejandro Loyola
Keith Perez
4B
Derek Andujar
Memphis Caban
Raul Lopez
Orlando Portela
5A
Sharon Forester
Angel Hernandez
Enid Munoz
Miguel Vale
5B
Edgar Valle
6A
David Perez
David Repollet
Julio Rios
Carlos Torres
6B
Amarilys Gonzalez
Kelvin Gonzalez
Giancarlos Hernandez
Alberto Ramos
Catalino Sanchez
Ezequiel Soto
Angelica Velez
 
On behalf of Mrs. Villarrubia and CCS, we would like to thank Javier Izuzquiza for volunteering his time to judge in the 2nd Carib Christian School Chess Tournament held this past Friday, February 25th.  Javier studies at our high school and belongs to the Puerto Rico Chess Federation.  He has participated in various chess competitions throughout the island.
 
The next chess tournament will be held on Friday, March 18th at 1:00PM in the library.

Well Done 2A!
 
By means of The Scholastic Book Club, Mrs. Soto's students read a total of 100 books.  As a result, Scholastic will deliver free books to the "Save the Children" Program for reaching this goal.  Keep Reading!

Congratulations to our 6th grade students along with their teachers, Mrs. Torres and Mrs. Lafont for a successful Annual Puerto Rican Cultural Festival at the Aguadilla Mall, one of our best yet!
 
If you didn't go, here is what you missed:    great atmosphere, great food and great fellowship, not to mention a vast amount of information about our home, Puerto Rico!

Get More Information on our Annual Cultural Festival

 
11th Grade Aluminum Cans Contest:
 
In order to raise funds for the 11th grade Civics Trip to Washington D.C.,  the students created a contest to give a pizza party to the class who collected the most cans.  Second place will receive a "Surprise Prize".  The contest has ended and here are the results:
 
1.   4A - Mrs. Cruz (3,726 cans)
2.   3B - Mrs. Mejias (2,161 cans)
3.   5A - Miss Rivera (2,152 cans)
4.   3A - Ms. S. Villanueva (1,408 cans)
5.   2B - Miss J. Villanueva (1,288 cans)
6.   4B - Ms. Aldarondo (1,098 cans)
7.   5B - Ms. Giannini (960 cans)
8.   1A - Ms. Pagan (695 cans)
9.   6A - Mrs. Torres (539 cans)
10. 1B - Miss Montalvo (179 cans)
11. 2A - Mrs. Soto (122 cans)
12. PKA - Mrs. Ramos (51 cans)
 
CONGRATULATIONS TO 4A!

 
Are you interested in joining the following:
 
Chess Club
Cheerleader Squad
 
Call, e-mail or stop by our Main Office to get more information.

Jose Rios becomes an official CCS Web History Investigator!

 

Jose Rios, from 5A, becomes the first official CCS Web Investigator.  He took the four names he found on our site this week (Tiberius Caesar, Caligula, Hadrian and Augustus Caesar) and concluded that they were all Roman Emperors, thereby cracking "The Italian Case."  For his smart work, he gets a free pizza, compliments of the History Investigators from CCS Web.  Keep checking back for more opportunities to win!

11th Grade Going to Washington D.C.

 

Members of the Carib Christian School 11th grade class are going to Washington D.C. to study, firsthand, how the U.S. Government operates.  Students will learn about:

 

-The nation's capitol and foundations of democracy

- Branches of government and political ideologies

- Public policy issues and civic skills

- Capitol Hill

 

The program is sponsored by the American Civics Center.  For more information, contact Mr. Mercado or Ms. Turner at the Countryside Campus.

Meet the "Mini" Volleyball Teams:

 

Girls -

Sarah Acevedo

Zahionara Soto

Dayana Ortega

Katiana Vazquez

Amarilis Gonzalez

Mairim Acevedo

Cristina Nunez

Kristal Torres

Yraida Castro

Marlia Bosques

Odemaris Vazquez

Paola Robles

 

Boys -

Catalino Sanchez

Jose Gonzalez

Armando Machado

Alexis Velazquez

Gustavo Mejias

Alberto Ramos

Ezequiel Soto

Jonathan Arboleda

Jaime Rodriguez

Joan C. Santiago

Anthony Velazquez

Joel D. Rivera

We have a new principal at our elementary school campus.  Take a moment and find out who she is.  Click Here to Meet Yarellys Perez.

See if you are a Carib Christian School Superstar!  What is a Superstar?  Click here to find out.

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PO Box 250470
Aguadilla PR 00604-0470
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