4248 Green Park Road • St. Louis, Missouri 63125 • 314.544.4248 • greenparklutheranschool.org

“For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God — not by works, so that no one can boast .” Ephesians 2:8-9

PRINCIPAL’S CORNER Spring is here which also means Spring Break is upon us. This is a great time to take a break and re-charge the “school batteries”. Whether you travel away or stay home next week, I pray that you have a blessed week. It is also our prayer that your worship time with Palm Sunday, Good Friday and Easter Sunday coming are very meaningful times. It is a wonderful time of year to be celebrating the death and resurrection of Jesus for us. Yes, He did this for us; He loves us that much that He would lay down His life for us. This is the great story we share with our students every day. Safe travels and blessings to all of you this next week as you take a break and re-charge the batteries for the final two months of school. Servant of Christ, Mr. Stephen F. Eggold, Principal

SPRING BREAK School will not be in session next week, March 19-23, for Spring Break. Classes will resume on Monday, March 26. Enjoy your family time together!

FLAT STANLEY IS BACK! With Spring Break upon us, Flat Stanley the Viking has returned! So remember to take Flat Stanley on an adventure next week and share the picture with us for social media. You don’t need to travel far. A trip to Ted Drewes, the zoo, or the Science Center is perfect! This is just a fun way to share school spirit. For more details, go to http://greenparklutheranschool.org/flat-stanley-the-viking/.

CALL EXTENDED TO JOSHUA DIXON A call has been extended to Josh Dixon to be Green Park’s new eighth grade homeroom and middle school Math Teacher beginning 2018. Dixon has been serving for the past year interim teacher/administrator at St. Mark’s Lutheran School in Eureka. He is certified in math and brings strong experience in STEM. He is a 2004 graduate of Concordia University in Seward Nebraska. He has a BS in Secondary Education with Physics and Mathematics as well as a BS in Middle School Math and minor in Middle School Physics. Dixon graduated from Zion Lutheran and Lutheran High School in St. Charles. Please keep Mr. Dixon and his family in your prayers as he prayerfully considers a move from Springfield, Illinois.

SCIENCE FAIR RESULTS Last week, the Science Fair projects from the 5th through 8th graders were judged and the students were presented their awards. Congratulations to the following students who will continue on to the St. Louis City Science Fair in April: Outstanding: Addie Cunningham, Andy Hennen, Anna Kuschel, Kyle Toon, Livi Roberts, Ian Furgeson, Nathan Roberts, Olivia Rabbit, Evan Weiss, Ethan Herweck, Adrianne Reim, Joah Tratar, Adam Osburg, Lily Paul, Malachi Seying, Nick Lupo, Alyssa Pacino, Lindsey Roberts. 1st Place: Chris Lind, Faith Duspiwa, Sarah Steinbach, Christian Hughey, Kristin Truemper, Jack Bussen, Lisa Bartz, Haley Hinton, Cecilia Palma, Dea Kuzhilla, Thomas Bugala, Natalee Kesel, Robert Shull, William Spies, Audrey Wolff, Will Buck, Luke Faulstich, Rudy Schmitt, Ella Arbeiter, Justine Kunderman, Annika Johnson, Lizzie Meyer, Alyssa Fischer, Noah Immekus, Julia Kuschel, Ana Casares, Ben Faulstich, Kayden Graham Congratulations to all of our students on a wonderful Science Fair!

Green Sheet Green Park Lutheran School ~ March 16, 2018 ~ Volume 57 ~ Number 30

WHAT’S FOR LUNCH Can’t Find Your Menu? The Lunch Menu is on our website.

PTO NEWS AND NOTES We are in need of a few great parents to join the PTO Board for the 2018-2019 school year. Michelle Schade will be staying on as the vice president and Tonya Pacino will be the secretary. We are in need of a new president, treasurer, and fundraising chair. No qualifications are required. If you are interested please email Michelle Schade at mstein1983@hotmail.com.

We are trying our first sit down restaurant Eat and Earn this month - Buffalo Wild Wings in South County - Monday, March 26, 5:00-9:00pm. A flyer is attached with tickets to present to the server that night. What a great way for parents to take it easy on the first day back from Spring Break by not having to cook!

ENROLLMENT CONTINUES FOR 2018-2019 Re-enrollment continues for the 2018-2019 school year. If you are planning on enrolling your child for next school year, please note that the early enrollment fee has increased. Should you choose another educational option and not return to Green Park next year, please go into your TADS Account, 2018-2019 Enrollment and mark the “Not Returning” option. If you have any questions, please call the school office.

TECHNO-KNOW KIDS—AFTER SCHOOL COMPUTER CLUB A new after school club, which will be meeting on Mondays, began on Monday, March 12, from 5:30-7:30 in the computer lab for students in 5th through 8th grade. A form with more details and a consent form is attached to this Green Sheet. If you have any questions, please contact Stacey Casares at sparkercasares@gmail.com.

UNIFORM FITTING DAYS We have two upcoming dates for uniform fittings. Please take advantage of these days to order uniforms for your child(ren). Dot the I Embroidery: Wednesday, April 25 (2:30-5:00pm): Dot the I Embroidery has our uniform shirts and sweatshirts, as well as lots of fun GPLS Spirit Wear items! Just Me Apparel: Monday, April 30 (2:30-5:30pm): JMA has all of your uniform needs (from our uniform plaid skorts, jumpers, matching hair apparel, shirts, pullovers, sweatshirts, sweaters & more)

Both companies offer website ordering and school delivery throughout the year, but it’s very helpful to attend one of the fitting dates or stop by their store locations for accurate sizing and ordering. We have a resale rack of gently used uniform items located in our teacher workroom. We accept uniform shirts, sweatshirts, and plaid skorts and jumpers. Some items may have a small purchase price and others are donated with love. If you have any questions about our Uniform Dress Code, Fitting Days, etc., please contact Mrs. Pfund in the school office.

NO SCHOOL GOOD FRIDAY AND EASTER MONDAY School will not be in session on Good Friday, March 30, and Easter Monday, April 2. Please plan accordingly.

ART TEACHER NEEDED We are seeking a part time Art Teacher to continue the excellent program for grades 3-8 beginning fall 2018. Qualified candidates include those with a teaching degree, experience teaching art for grades 3-8, and a love and passion for elementary and middle school students. Applications accepted through April 16, 2018. Contact: Stephen Eggold, Principal, Green Park Lutheran School 314-544-4248, stephen.eggold@greenparklutheranschool.org.

MON-3/26 A-Salisbury Steak B-Chicken Nuggets C-Hamburger D-SBJ Sandwich E-Salad Bar

TUE-3/27

A-Chicken Rings B-Chicken Nuggets C-Hamburger D-SBJ Sandwich E-Salad Bar

WED-3/28

A-Chicken Quesadilla B-Chicken Nuggets C-Hamburger D-SBJ Sandwich E-Salad Bar

THU-3/29 A-Papa John’s Pizza (Cheese or Pepperoni) B-Chicken Nuggets C-Hamburger D-SBJ Sandwich E-Salad Bar

FRI-3/30

NO SCHOOL GOOD FRIDAY

MATCHING GIFTS If you have made a cash donation to Green Park, your donation might be eligible for a company match. Please check with your company to see if they have a matching funds program. To take advantage of the program, you simply have to notify your company that you made a donation to Green Park, giving them the amount and the date the gift was given. Your company will contact Green Park for verification of your gift. It is a wonderful, yet simple, way to double your donation to our school.

If you have any questions that Green Park can answer, please contact Laura Reis at laura.reis@greenparklutheranschool.org

SCHOOL CALENDAR 3/17 Happy Birthday, Miss Gieseke! 3/19-23 SPRING BREAK 3/26 Classes Resume 3/28 8:30am Chapel—Character Trait Awards 3:45pm Faculty Meeting 3/30 NO SCHOOL - Good Friday 4/2 NO SCHOOL - Easter Monday 4/4 8:30am Faith Families—Wear your Theme Shirt 3:45pm Faculty Meeting 4/6 Spring Picture Day Scrip Order Due 4/8 2:00pm NJHS Induction Ceremony 4/9 7:00pm PTO Meeting 4/9-13 K-7 Achievement Testing 4/15 9:00am Green Park Sunday at Gethsemane 4/17 Happy Birthday, Mr. Ado! 4/18 Happy Birthday, Mrs. Barnes! 8:30am Chapel 3:45pm Faculty Meeting 4/21 10:00am Kindergarten Welcome Party

GREEN PARK ACTIVITY SCHEDULE Boys 5-6-7-8 Volleyball 3/26-27 City Playoffs TBA Track 3/26 Practice Green Park 3:30-5:00 3/29 Practice Green Park 3:30-5:00 4/5 Practice Green Park 3:30-5:00 4/9 Meet (running events) Green Park 3:30 4/12 Meet (field events) Green Park 3:30 4/16 Practice Green Park 3:30-5:00 4/19 Practice Green Park 3:30-5:00

BASKETBALL UNIFORMS NEEDED All 5th and 6th grade basketball team members (boys and girls) are reminded to turn in their uniforms to Mr. Rusert by Monday, March 26. They should be cleaned before returned. Thank you.

Cub Scout Pack (1st-4th Grade) / Boy Scout Troop (5th-12th Grade) Scouting has open enrollment, you are welcome to join at any time. 3/22- No Troop Meeting (spring break) 3/29- No Troop Meeting (Maundy Thursday) 4/5- PLC Meeting- 7PM @CM 4/12- Troop Meeting- 7PM @CM 4/14- OA Spring Onclave- Beaumont Questions or for more information? Call Alexia Arensmeier 636-282-0027 Lutheran Rangers Events: Meetings Mondays at 7pm at LCR March - Shrine Circus 4/6-8 Camp Wirz 5/19 Kid's fishing day at Meramec Springs Please call Erich Faulstich with questions 314-779-6494

LUTHERAN SCHOOLS DAY AT THE BALLPARK - SUNDAY, APRIL 22 Join the Green Park Vikings in celebrating Lutheran Schools and cheering on the St. Louis Cardinals! Sunday, April 22, 1:15pm. Tickets sold through the Lutheran High School Association and will be delivered to Green Park by April 18 and schools will be seated together by section. Tickets $20 ($58 face value). Yadier Molina Jersey giveaway for 15 & under, kids invited to run bases after game, first 30,000 fans 16 & older receive a tote bag! Join us for the annual Lutheran North and Lutheran South Monday, April 23, 5:00pm at Busch Stadium. For specific questions about the day contact Kimberly "Kippin" Schelp, Marketing & Communications LHSA, 314-833-2908, kschelp@lhsastl.org https://www.lhsastl.org/page/events/lutheran-schools-day-at-the-ballpark

SPRING PICTURE DAY - FRIDAY, APRIL 6 Spring Picture Day is coming Friday, April 6. All students will have their picture taken. Inter-state Studios will send picture proofs about two weeks after picture day. Proofs will be sent home with students along with an order form so parents can preview the poses. Purchasing is optional. If you don’t wish to order, simply return the proof to the school office. Dress code for Spring Picture Day has not yet been determined. Stay tuned!

4248 Green Park Road • St. Louis, Missouri 63125 • 314.544.4248 • greenparklutheranschool.org

SCRIP NEWS The next Scrip Order will be entered on Friday, April 6, with a delivery date of Friday, April 13.

Scrip Profit Sheets went home last week to families who have earned at least $10 in Scrip Credits. Please return the forms by Tuesday, April 3. If you do not wish to use your Scrip Credits at this time, they will rollover to next year.

Please note, Dierbergs and Shop ‘n Save gift cards are available for purchase in the school office. The cards can be purchased in denominations of $25 or $100.

If you have any questions, please contact our Scrip Coordinator, Sara Hopfer, at sara.hopfer@greenparklutheranschool.org.

GREEN PARK VOLUNTEER PROGRAM Green Park is looking to develop a list of volunteers that could be called upon from time to time to help in different areas. To begin this process we are looking for volunteers that might be able to assist teachers/staff and building/grounds needs. We are looking for parents and/or grandparents of current or previous Green Park students, as well as members of our congregations that would like to help. If you or someone you know would like to be a part of this program please contact the Volunteer Coordinator, Mrs. Michele Noser, at 314-620-5694 or noserm@yahoo.com.

FEBRUARY & MARCH CHAPEL OFFERINGS FOR BETHLEHEM LUTHERAN CHURCH Our February and March chapel offerings are going to support Bethlehem Lutheran Church, located at North Florissant and Salisbury Street in the Hyde Park neighborhood. Besides worship services, they offer many programs to the surrounding neighborhood. They offer basketball, cheerleading, Jr. Youth, Bible Outreach, choirs and Taking Jesus to the Streets celebrations. They also offer an after school program for The Arch Community School, a St. Louis charter school housed in Bethlehem’s school building. Through all of these programs, they share the good news of Jesus and His salvation. Please help us support their important ministry!

PEACE LUTHERAN OFFERING SUMMER CAMP The Peace Early Childhood Department is again offering a Summer Camp for kids for ages 5 - 12. Monday through Friday, from 6:00am-6:00pm. Enjoy sports, crafts, games, field trips and more. Meals are included. Contact Sue Velten at (314)892-8844 or earlychildhood@peacelutheranstl.org.

THRIVENT CHOICE DOLLARS—REMINDER Please remember to direct your Choice Dollars before March 31. You can designate your Thrivent Choice Dollars to go to Green Park. Call Thrivent at 1-800-847-4836 if you have any questions.

BLOOD DRIVE AT RESURRECTION The Red Cross will be holding a Blood Drive on Tuesday, March 20, from 3:00-5:00pm at the Lutheran Church of the Resurrection, 9907 Sappington Rd, 63128. You can make an appointment at www.redcrossblood.org. Please enter sponsor code: ResurrectionLutheran. March is Red Cross Month – Give Blood. Save Lives

CHEERLEADING TRYOUTS AT LUTHERAN SOUTH Are you an 8th grade girl with lots of cheer? Lutheran South will be hosting Cheerleading tryouts for the 2018-19 Season. Clinics will be April 9 and 10 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. with tryouts on April 12 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. It is required that you attend all three of these dates! Please wear a white t-shirt, black shorts and tennis shoes for tryouts. Contact Debbie Smith for any questions at dsmith@lhssstl.org. A flyer is attached.

LANCERETTE TRYOUTS AT LUTHERAN SOUTH Grab your dance shoes! Calling all 8th grade girls, Lutheran South will be hosting Lancerette Tryouts for the 2018-19 Season. Clinics will be April 16-19 from 4:00-6:00pm and tryouts on April 20 from 4:00-6:00pm. Please bring jazz shoes, wear black leggings and a t-shirt. Contact Laura Reis for any questions at dljaareis@att.net. A flyer is attached.

LUTHERAN SOUTH PRESENTS “THE LITTLE MERMAID” Come to Lutheran South on April 6 and 7 at 7:00pm when we proudly present "The Little Mermaid." Join us for all the wonderful music and fun found under the sea!

KNOW OF SOMEONE LOOKING FOR A GREAT SCHOOL? Schedule a private tour: Visitors are welcome to tour the Green Park campus anytime. Contact: Katy Schmitt, Admissions, katy.schmitt@greenparklutheranschool.org

TEST PROCTORS NEEDED Mrs. Loduca is looking for test proctors for the upcoming Achievement Tests. Must be available during school hours (most sessions will be in the morning). Contact Mrs. Loduca at sandi.loduca@greenparklutheranschool.org if interested.