Subject: Campus News 3-30-26

 
Monday, March 30, 2026
If anyone forces you to go one mile, go with him two miles." Matthew 5:41
Upcoming Events       
  • Mar 30 Unit 74 R-Night (Gym, 6:30 PM) 
  • Apr 3 Good Friday Service (Chapel, 6:30 PM)
  • Apr 6–9 DPS Training (Classroom Bldg, Gun Range)
  • Apr 7 Farming Resource Class (Chapel, 6:30 PM) 
  • Apr 15 Staff Lunch (Dining Room, 11:45 AM) 
  • Apr 17 Secret Church (Dining Room, 6:00 PM)
  • Apr 18 Blood Drive (Teakwood, 7 AM–12 Noon) 
  • Apr 20–24 Family Conference
  • Apr 24–26 TCC Men's Retreat (Journey House) 
Campus playground restrooms are in Bathhouse 1414. 
Unit 74 R-Night
Everyone is welcome to show their support for Unit 74 tonight, Monday, March 30, as they officially start Basic Training. Please arrive by 6:15 PM in the Gym. March-in starts at 6:30 PM.
2026 Spring Bass Fishing Contest Wrapping Up!
The 2026 Spring Bass Fishing Contest is coming to a close on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. Please submit your entries no later than April 1 to be eligible to win. Entries must be received by email or text to Chris Overby (coverby@alertacademy.com or 903-720-0974). Once all of the entries have been collected, the winners will be contacted to collect their prizes. Additional Fishing Contest details here!
Good Friday Service
ALERT will be co-hosting a Good Friday service with the Big Sandy Ministerial Alliance on Friday, April 3 at 6:30 pm in the Chapel. The service will be open to members of the community, and we are expecting about 60 community members to join the ALERT Battalion for the service. All are welcome to attend that service.
Farming Resource Class
Join Brynn Darby-Apple as she shares how to take care of your personal milk cow, Tuesday, April 7 at 6:30 PM. Public welcome! Spread the word!
Amazon & Walmart Packages
With Amazon & Walmart using private delivery services, please add the gate code to every order.
Blood Drive
The next on-campus Blood Drive is scheduled for Saturday, April 18 in the Teakwood Room from 7 AM–12 Noon. Paper signup sheets will be in the Dining Room starting Monday, April 13.
CPR/AED Class 
If you're looking to get or update your CPR/AED certification, we have one-day classes scheduled for April 10 and April 16. Cost is $75/person. Limited space available. If you're interested, please contact Jen Solberg or Sam Kane. 
Family Conference Registration & Meals
Staff families are invited to join us for children's programs during the conference; there is no cost to attend, but please note that it will be a taxable benefit to employees and will show up as such on the year-end tax form. Please individually register children here by Monday, April 13. 

Family Conference Meals are discounted for staff from Saturday, April 18 brunch through brunch on Saturday, April 25. Please RSVP by Monday, April 6. 
Welcome Baby Caleb!
James and Bethany Vander Weide welcomed Caleb Reinder (pronounced "Rynder") on Wednesday, March 18. He weighed 6 lbs 14 oz and measures 20 inches long. If you'd like to support James and Bethany with a meal, you can do that here!
Secret Church
This year Secret Church will be April 17 at 6:00 pm in the fieldhouse dining room. The theme is the life of the prophet Elijah. You can find out more details here. The Battalion has 12 extra discounted tickets at $9 each (regular price is $27) available on a first-come, first-serve basis, so if you are interested in joining the Battalion for the event, please contact Capt. Winkler. Ticket price includes the workbook and snacks during the event.
Battalion Update | Capt. Winkler
Battalion is starting the third week of the quarter. Aviation returned home from deployment on Saturday, and the EMTs left on Sunday to head up to a different location in Mississippi to help with clean up efforts. Construction is finishing up roofing, Missions is in class this week and part of next week before they head out to Pennsylvania, and Aviation is getting back into their classes after being gone for a week. Please pray for safety for the guys on deployment this week!
Basic Training Update | Maj. Hawley
Unit 74 arrived safely for Basic Training last Thursday. After three days of in-processing, the men will officially begin training this evening at 6:30 in the gym. This is an open event, so feel free to come and support the new unit. The remainder of the week will be spent settling in, learning the rules and regulations, and beginning their baseline classes on navigation and rope skills. Please keep the leadership cadre in your prayers, and all the recruits under our care.
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Staff Fellowship Meal Details [complimentary meals of the year and monthly fellowship meal details]

MONDAY
Lunch: Salad, Baked Potato Bar, Rolls
Dinner: Salad, Chicken Spaghetti, Green Beans

TUESDAY
LunchTaco Casserole, Guacamole, Sour Cream, Tortilla Chips
DinnerSalad, BBQ Chicken, Corn, Rolls

WEDNESDAY 
LunchSalad, Parmesan Chicken Pasta, Breadsticks
DinnerSalad, Turkey Mini Meatloaves with Bacon, Rice Pilaf, Broccoli

THURSDAY
LunchSalad, Spicy Chicken Thighs, Mashed Potatoes, Rolls
DinnerSalad, Beef and Rice Casserole, Applesauce 

FRIDAY
Lunch: Salad, Smothered Baked Chicken Burritos, Black Bean Salad
DinnerSalad, Pizza, Sweet Tea

SATURDAY
Brunch: Fruit Salad, Sausage, Oven Pancakes, Scrambled Eggs

NEXT MONDAY
LunchSalad, Hot Turkey Sandwiches, Lasagna Soup
DinnerFruit, Breakfast Hash, Apple Cinnamon Scones
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