I know we're all still excited about the Cardinals winning to World Series but it's Blues season now so here are a couple of great items in our auction that feature the St Louis Blues. 

First we have an autographed Hockey Stick which is signed by the former Blues player Al MacInnes.   He finished his career third all-time among defencemen in goals, assists and points and was named to seven post-season all-star teams. He was elected to the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2007, and his jersey number 2 was retired by the Blues.  MacInnis remains a member of the Blues organization, currently serving as the team's Vice President of Hockey Operations. 




The Second item we have is two tickets to a St Louis Blues game ON THE ICE.  Date will be announced at the auction.  These tickets are the best seats in the house and they include all the food and drinks you can handle while you are there.  You can see a game in style with this auction item so bring the bucks! 

Tomorrow is the day we need everyone to make their reservations for the auction.  Stop by the office anytime during the day to purchase tickets.  

I know some of you haven't had a chance to stop by the cafeteria to view the auction items so let me tell you about one more BIG item which was donated.  You have the opportunity to bid on this

Condo at Lake of Ozarks which sleeps 10 or more.  

 

It has 2 bedrooms plus a large loft and 3 baths.  Be sure to click the link to take you to the listing for this great vacation spot and to see many interior photos. 

You could team up with another family and bid together on this large condo unit and vacation together in August, September or October 2012.

I also wanted to remind you that one lucky winner at our auction will get to choose ANY item off our auction block that evening.  That means you could choose this condo stay for just your $20 raffle ticket purchase.  How great would that be???

We're getting close!  Today a team of ladies set up all the auction items we already have in our hands in the cafeteria.  Still more are coming next week.  

Stop by anytime the school is open to browse the selection.

The current count is over $13,000 in merchandise which is more than ever before at our Victory Auction.

Now we just need YOU to attend.  Support our school buy doing your Christmas shopping at the auction.  Or do your friends a favor by inviting them to come.  There will be bargains to be had for sure!

Tickets are $20 and available in the office thru Friday.

Have an avid reader at your house?  We have several books autographed by the author.  

Lean Mean Thirteen by Janet Evanovich

Jimmy by Robert Whitlow

One False Move by Harlan Coben

We also have a wonderful Tolken Lover's basket including a boxed set of the Tolkien Trilogy & an author-signed copy of the book J.R.R. Tolkien from the Christian Encounters Series.  

If you're from St Louis originally, you probably spent many a family vacation in Branson, Missouri.  Almost every attraction in town is not only kid friendly but many also manage to spread the Gospel while they are entertaining.  

 

The fine people of Branson are also a generous group and have given our school quite a few free tickets so you can make some memories with your own children.  If you haven't been to Branson in a while, it's time to head down south!    

Included in our auction will be: 

• 4 tickets to see the Miracle of Christmas at Sight & Sound theater
• 2 tickets to Silver Dollar City
• 2 tickets to Showboat Branson Bell
• 2 tickets to Ripley's Believe it or Not Museum
• 2 tickets to Butterfly Palace
• 2 tickets to see Shepherd of the Hills Outdoor Drama 

Let's look at a few more items for the women at our auction.  

   Stampin' Up sent us enough of their products to make two huge gift baskets.  Each includes paper in two sizes, pens, several stamp sets, cards & other embellishments. 

There is enough in each basket that you could go in with a friend and split it.  Be sure to take a look!

Today we had this amazing Longaberger Dealer's Choice game basket donated to our auction.  It includes an accessory set which includes game instructions, poker chips, cards & more.  It's a wonderful set!  

We also have Sewing lessons for you & your daughter and several Tupperware sets.  

All of our auction items will be on display in the cafeteria starting this Wednesday so come by and take a look.  You can buy tickets in the office or by calling 314-638-6700 before this Friday!!

Our Victory families love to support other Christian owned businesses and our auction is a great way to get the word out about your products.  

Amy Hagedorn is a Victory Alumni.  She graduated from Victory Christian School in the class of 1993 and has recently started as a consultant with Thirty One Gifts.  She has donated a Black Thermal Tote personalized with "GO CARDS" in red for next year's baseball season.  The winning bidder of Amy's auction item will also get a $75 gift certificate to spend on any Thirty One gift items they choose.  

Check out the options at http://www.mythirtyone.com/amykh/.

Do you have a home business you would like to promote?  

It's not too late to donate to our auction or to have your business featured with an advertisement in our auction brochure.  Call the office at 314-638-6700 or stop by anytime. 

Ads start at just $25!

 There is not just stuff for Mom & Dad in the auction.  How about some toys??  Boys & Girls alike oohed & ahhed over this huge Lego set in the office yesterday.  

 Hot Wheels tracks are always fun but when you add in a

Transformers vehicle it's just that much better!!

 Barron's Gymnastics donated this bin full of goodies.  It's got jewelry, a piggy bank, crafty things and a pass for two to their open gym. 

 This NASCAR Monopoly game is a classic.  Plus we've paired it with two tickets to the I-55 Raceway for any Saturday of the 2012 season.  Would make a great gift!

 Highlights Magazine sent our school TWO packs of books for our auction. Each pack will include a variety of books . . . . .

 

 and a certificate for a free 1 year subscription to  one of their magazines.  

 How about these Webkinz?  

They are adorable and just waiting to go home to one lucky kid.

 Or you could bid on Beremy. . . he's from Build-A-Bear and comes with 

$10 to spend at the Build-A-Bear workshop. 

Need more Cardinal Bling?  This plexiglass clutch is just the ticket.  

It is just too cute and just the right size for heading out to the Ballpark or for a night on the town.  

Closes with a Rhinestone strap & it has 2 straps so you can combine them to make a shoulder bag or use as a clutch or a hang strap.  

This item is on display in the office along with a few other auction items so check it out when you go into the office to purchase your tickets. 

GO CARDS!!!

Today starts the Fall Classic 2011 and the Cardinal Red is everywhere at Victory.  

That means it's only fitting to reveal yet another amazing St Louis Cardinal item that will be in our auction November 4th.  

Let's Start with 4 Field Box Tickets to a 2012 

St Louis Cardinals game.  

The 2012 schedule is not out yet so we do not have a date but you will be given your choice of a couple games when tickets are printed in the spring.  

Do  you recognize this man?  I'm sure if you are a Cardinal fan you would know his voice.  This is Al Hrabosky a former Major League Baseball player from 1970-1982 for the St. Louis Cardinals, Kansas City Royals and Atlanta Braves and is currently the color commentator on Cardinals regular season broadcasts on FSN Midwest.  

Why would you need to know that?  Because along with your game tickets you will also go back to the Fox Sports Midwest Broadcast Booth and spend time with this great broadcaster.  

 

How cool is that for the baseball fan in your life?   Bring a baseball or two because I know he would love to autograph one for you. 

 





Coach is a leading American designer and maker of luxury lifestyle handbags and accessories. 


This 3 pocket bag is large enough to carry all the essentials and then some.  It would make a wonderful gift for your wife or your Mother this Christmas.  

The Coach Signature Stripe bag is just the right size for the woman on the go.  

All Coach bags are made with quality materials and will be treasured for years to come. 

Both bags are available for bid in our Live Auction November 4th, 2011.  Be sure to buy your tickets soon.  Contact the office at 314-638-6700 or stop by during school hours. 

Wanna get away???

Are Mickey and Minnie calling your name?  They would love for you to come for a visit. . . .






















How about a two night stay at the amazing Disney Swan & Dolphin Resort?  Check out all the beautiful amenities at http://www.swandolphin.com/

Maybe you would rather have a more sophisticated get away with just your spouse . . .

http://www.fairmont.com/sanfrancisco

You can bid on a two night stay at the beautiful Fairmont San Francisco.  

Weekend get away  to Kansas City? 

Enjoy a one night stay at the Westin Crown Center.  This is a beautiful downtown location walking 

distance to several great places for kids including:  Science City and Kaleidoscope

These dont suit you?  How about a one night stay at:

Renaissance Denver Hotel  Denver, Colorado

Omni Hotel San Antonio, Texas

Drury Plaza Hotel St Louis

DoubleTree Hotel Westport

Marriott Union Station

The Westin St Louis

Pack your bags & hit the road with these great auction items. 

 

Party Time

Is it time for a party?  How about a pottery party for 8 children?

You bring the cake and let Glazed and Confused staff take care of the rest.  You will get to choose which pottery the kids use and all fees and pottery are included.  Best of all . . no clean up afterwards!

Want a faster pace?  How about a party for 4 at The Edge Laser Tag in Belleville Illinois?  This party includes Laser tag, appetizers, pizza and soda too.

How about we treat your child like the star YOU know they are. . .  The ultimate party experience will be had by the winner of this auction.  Our very own Mr. Adkisson will escort the winner and some of their very best friends out to lunch one Friday.  You wont need hot lunch this day because you will be escorted outside to a waiting limousine to wisk you away to your very own lunch in style. 

JOY FM Exclusive

Do you love JOY FM? 

Would you like to have a sit down with Greg & Sandi in the morning?

What if it was ON AIR??

 

Winner of this exclusive auction item will be a guest DJ on Joy FM with Greg & Sandi in the morning.   You will have your own place in the studio with the opportunity to see how "the radio world" works.  Then get ready to hear how you would personally sound as a DJ.  

 

Budding Musician in your family??

We have several musical instruments in our auction for your musician to enjoy. 

This electric guitar is bound to make some lucky parent a real "guitar hero" at our auction. 

It includes picks, strap and the amp as well. 

Are drums more their thing?  This 5-pad digital drum set 

(with headphones) may be just the ticket!

If you like the acoustic sound, these bongo drums from Nottleman Music might be just what you need.

Student Artwork

You may have noticed while at today's parent-teacher conferences that the classrooms were decorated with new artwork.  They are so adorable that I know you'll each want to check out every grade.

Kindergarten Sea Life

 Each class has taken the time to create a canvas for our auction.

 

 

1st Grade Busy Bees

 

 

 

Some used their thumb print.

2nd grade Bugs

Some used their fingers.

3rd grade School of Fish

Some even used pens to draw their own detailed faces on the fingerprints. 

These paintings and more will be available only to those who attend our auction November 4th! 

Back to Our Future

Did you know the future is almost here???  

Back to the Future was a wildly popular movie trilogy back in the 80's.  Back then the future with flying cars and shrink to fit clothing was the year 2015.  I think the inventors better get to work because time is running out.

At this year's Victory Dinner & Auction we are celebrating the future of Victory Christian Academy  with a themed evening.  Come in costume as your favorite character from the movie series or as any of the time periods covered in the Back to the Future movies. 

Hover Board anyone?  This is the future.

A little bit Rock n Roll in the 1950's

Is 1885 more your speed?

How about 1985?

The possibilities are endless.  So put on your thinking cap and get creative. 

Then stay tuned for a preview of all the great items in our auction.