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The Friday Finish - "dream bigger" - Dignity & Hope Stretched - Nurses Return - "Old Hands, Young Hands
Red Bird Mission Work Camp does not schedule teams the week of Labor Day, but the north end of Queendale Campus was filled this week with lots of familiar faces, and some new faces, opening up the Fall Work Camp “season.”
Tim Crawford
Sep 26, 20257 min read


The Friday Finish - Scrapbooking to Card Joy - Finding God, "Red Bird gave me..." - Brushy Fork & Leadership - Hidden Finds - "Breezy" dresses & Christmas
Red Bird Mission Work Camp does not schedule teams the week of Labor Day, but the north end of Queendale Campus was filled this week with lots of familiar faces, and some new faces, opening up the Fall Work Camp “season.”
Tim Crawford
Sep 19, 20257 min read


The Friday Finish - "...hands and feet..." - 1 Clay Boost - "Wagon Wheel" - Job Development - Matching Money - Mommy-Baby Fair
Red Bird Mission Work Camp does not schedule teams the week of Labor Day, but the north end of Queendale Campus was filled this week with lots of familiar faces, and some new faces, opening up the Fall Work Camp “season.”
Tim Crawford
Sep 12, 20255 min read


The Friday Finish - Young But Experienced - Runners Set Pace - Tracing Hackers - Red Stockings - Double Impact - Japanese Nurses
The weather is beginning to feel more like Fall the last few days, and weeks filled with sports programs at Red Bird Christian School confirm the transition from Summer to Fall.
Tim Crawford
Sep 5, 20254 min read


Hackers Beware: Red Bird Students Are Taking Cybersecurity by Storm
Let’s be real—getting hacked is one of the few nightmares that can happen while you’re wide awake. One minute you’re buying coffee, and the next, your bank account is drained because some cyber-criminal decided to have a little fun. It’s almost like digital pickpocketing has become an Olympic sport these days. With cyber threats becoming
a bigger deal every year, the need for smart, skilled cybersecurity experts has never been
more urgent. Cybersecurity careers are taking o
ksmith0454
Sep 5, 20252 min read


The Friday Finish - SOAR Summit Connections - CAP Cadets Spotlight - Student Entrepreneurs - "We know someone..." - Kari Honored
A small contingent of Red Bird Mission staff and Red Bird Christian School students attended the 2025 SOAR (Shaping Our Appalachian Region) Summit held in Corbin, Kentucky Wednesday and Thursday.
Tim Crawford
Aug 29, 20254 min read


The Friday Finish - Creative Leadership Ed - Students, Staff Return for Hearing Health - " someone who brought positivity"
Even with the summer heat packing a punch this week, Red Bird Christian School has been nothing short of amazing!
Tim Crawford
Aug 22, 20254 min read


The Friday Finish - Dedication, Strength, Faithfulness - Cozy Caterpillar - Positivity, New Beginnings - Experience & Pay - Food & More
Janet had a long history at Red Bird as a student (Class of 1980), staff member and beloved community member. Utilizing her post-secondary training in accounting, Janet worked various positions at Red Bird Dental Clinic and Red Bird Medical Clinic in the 1980’s and 1990’s. She took on the important role of Finance Director ...
Tim Crawford
Aug 15, 20255 min read


The Friday Finish - Archery Camp Bullseye - Teachers Join Forces - Helping Hands - Produce Support Needs
On Saturday, August 2nd, Red Bird Christian School (RBCS) hosted its highly anticipated Archery Day Camp, bringing together 13 dedicated students ranging from 4th to 12th grade for a day of learning, connection, and growth.
Tim Crawford
Aug 8, 20255 min read


The Friday Finish - Family Fun Day, A Community Celebration - Fresh Is Delicious - A Force for Good
Over 100 people signed in (and even more who didn’t sign in) making the event an amazing success. With vendors, music, food, and door prizes, there was something for everyone to enjoy.
Tim Crawford
Jul 25, 20253 min read


The Friday Finish - Grand Champion Student - Upcycling Economics - Color, Hope & Love - Bible Camper Returns - Digital Energy & Kindness
The entire Red Bird Cardinal Nation celebrated as Lucas Howard came home a 4-H Grand Champion on Saturday placing first with his Science Demonstration in Technology and Engineering , “Stay Safe, Ride Strong: Bike Safety Essentials.”
Tim Crawford
Jul 19, 20255 min read


The Friday Finish - Bernd Grüner, Loyal Friend Passes - Togetherness, Tradition, Celebration - 50 EC Superheroes
this loyal friend and servant of God that graced the grounds of Red Bird Mission and surrounding communities spanning six decades. Bernd was an alumnus of Red Bird Mission School and in recent years served as a dorm parent, soccer coach, and security guard at Red Bird.
Tim Crawford
Jul 11, 20255 min read


The Friday Finish - Visit Honors Classroom Partner Inspiration - Unity & Purpose - Alumni Homecoming Set - Malone Nursing
It’s a “fur piece” from Red Bird Christian School to Hopkinsville, Kentucky, but Principal Jennifer Wilder and Chasley Collett, K-1 Teacher, made the trek last weekend at the request of Rev. Steve McVay.
Tim Crawford
Jul 4, 20254 min read


The Friday Finish - Home Repair & More - 51 Need Clothing - Aerospace Education Excellence - "Like a million bucks!"
There were plenty of construction workers at the Florida team’s jobsite so a group of ladies joyfully jumped in to help this week at Community Outreach and at Red Bird Christian School cleaning; organizing pantries and classrooms; packing food boxes and school supplies goodie bags; and handing out fresh produce.
Tim Crawford
Jun 13, 20255 min read


The Friday Finish - Class of 2025 Spiritual Preps - Red Bird Continues Tornado Relief - Back to School Needs You
May 18th was a joyful day for the 25 graduating seniors at Red Bird Christian School (RBCS), but tears also flowed with the realization that they would be leaving a place that has prepared them for the next phase of life.
Tim Crawford
May 30, 20255 min read


The Friday Finish - Red Bird Tornado Response - Fresh Start - Medals & Records - Final Week Accomplishments - Volunteers Work from Home
The tornadoes passing through southeast Kentucky last weekend kept Red Bird families up tracking tornadoes until the early morning hours of Saturday.
Tim Crawford
May 23, 20255 min read


The Friday Finish - Living Wax Museum - Cadets Piloting - KY Gives 8th place - 17,199 diapers - Kindy Senior Walk - Silver Games
At Red Bird Christian School, history came alive last Friday in an exciting and memorable way. Students transformed their cafeteria into a vibrant living wax museum.
Tim Crawford
May 16, 20257 min read


The Transformative Power of Art: A Glimpse into Middle School Artists' Worlds
As a mother, I can't stress enough how beneficial art is for our children's well-being. Teens experience all kinds of emotions—happiness, sadness, worry, excitement, and confusion—sometimes even all at once. Art is an incredibly powerful way to express feelings, especially during those crazy and often chaotic middle school years. As parents, we are the front seat passengers of this emotional rollercoaster ride through the ups and downs as our kids try to figure out who t
ksmith0454
May 9, 20254 min read


The Friday Finish - KY Gives Hope - Excellence in Art - Motorcyclists Discover Red Bird - SOAR Celebrates Achievements - Fresh Cuts Lift Spirits - Seniors Honored
You have an opportunity to continue providing hope on Kentucky Gives Day, Tuesday, May 13th by giving to Red Bird
Tim Crawford
May 9, 20256 min read


Joyful Egg Hunting with Red Bird Kids Celebrating the Risen Savior
Red Bird Christian School, where our youngest learners took part in a lively Easter egg hunt! Laughter, excitement, and warm sunshine filled the air, creating a perfect backdrop for a day filled with fun. Above all, this event beautifully reminded us of the powerful message behind our Risen Savior.
ksmith0454
May 7, 20252 min read
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