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January 15 Tuesday – French Toast Stix & Sausage
3:20 pm – Karate (Music Room)
16 Wednesday – Little Caesars Pizza
3:20 pm – Archery (Community Center)
3:20 pm – Yoga (Music Room)
6:30 pm – Kindergarten Open House (Worship Center)
17 Thursday – Sloppy Joe & Chips
Bagel Day!
10:30 am – Geo Bee (Stomps Center)
3:20 pm – Chess (Computer Lab)
3:20 pm - Art with Miss Cardaris (Art Room)
18 Friday – Tacos & Chips
6:30 pm – Game Night (Community Center)
19 Saturday
Varsity A Boys Basketball Tournament (St. Lorenz)
Lutheran High North Placement Testing
5:00 pm – Worship Service
20 Sunday
8:00 am – Worship Service
9:30 am – Worship Service
9:30 am – Kids Ministry
10:45 am – Worship Service (Chapel)
11:00 am – Worship Service
21 Monday – Pasta with Meat Sauce
NO BUS!
3:20 pm – Ultimate FitDance (Music Room)
3:20 pm – Robotics (Computer Lab)
22 Tuesday – Chocolate Chip Pancakes & Sausage
3:20 pm – Karate (Music Room)
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January 15, 2019
Theme for 2018-2019
“Set An Example”
“Let no one despise you for your youth, but
set the believers an example in speech, in
conduct, in love, in faith, in purity. 1 Timothy 4:12
What’s New This Week ________________________________________________________________________________________________
SPELLING BEE WINNERS Congratulations to the winners of our school Spelling Bee! Catelyn Moldenhauer (7th Grade) spelled her way into first place and Ben Stella (6th Grade) came very close with second place. Great job!
GEOGRAPHY BEE – Thursday, January 17th 10:30am (Worship Center) Congratulations to the following students for qualifying for this week’s Geography Bee! 8th Grade – Nicholas Fleser, Declan Happell, Andrew Lansdale
7th Grade – Nathan Frontera, Lily Griskie, Lennon Hansen
6th Grade – Roman Cody, John Kling
5th Grade – Grant Garner 4th Grade – Skylar Hogan
NATIONAL LUTHERAN SCHOOLS WEEK Theme – Our God is Real and Present Here January 27-February 2, 2019
Monday – Patriotic Day - Wear red, white, and blue or other patriotic apparel. Jeans or red, white, and/or blue pants are
allowed.
Tuesday – PJ/Comfy Cozy Day - Wear your pajamas, robes, slippers, comfy cozy/casual clothes (sweat shirts, sweat pants, t-shirt of favorite team), bring a stuffed animal, a favorite blanket to school. No stretch pants for the girls. No jeans.
Wednesday – Sports/Sparkle Shirt Day - Wear favorite sports team shirt (college, professional, or Immanuel) or wear a shirt that has sparkles – Jeans or sweat pants are allowed (no stretch pants).
Thursday – Disney/Favorite Animal Day- Dress as a favorite animal or a Disney character. Just a t-shirt. No tight or revealing clothing, or holey clothes. No make-up, hair coloring, or masks. Nothing scary or gory either.
Friday – Christian/Immanuel Shirt Day - Wear Christian clothes, jewelry, etc. Jeans or sweat pants may be worn (no stretch pants).
Praise Rally 2:00 pm in Worship Center (showcase of Immanuel talent and praise) – All parents are welcome!
National Lutheran Schools Week Service Projects
(Pre3 – 4th Grade) : Wellspring – Collecting diapers, wipes, and lotion for new moms through Wellspring services. (5-8) : Serving Our Community – 5th through 8th grade will be serving others in our community, participating in activities
such as : bingo at the nursing home, reading to special needs students at area schools, playing games with adults with special needs, etc…
RESTAURANT NIGHT – BOSTON’S - Thursday, January 31st Boston’s Restaurant Fundraiser Night for Immanuel Lutheran Church and School
Please come support our event and our organization will receive 20% of sales generated. Thank you and Go Chargers!
When: Thursday, January 31st
Where: Boston’s Restaurant & Sports Bar (15133 Hall Road, Shelby Twp, MI 48315 - (586) 247-4992)
Time: 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. (Dine in only)
Click here – Boston’s Restaurant Night Flyer
BAKE SALE BY STUDENT COUNCIL – Wednesday, January 23rd Food items brought in by only 5th-8th grade students on Tuesday, January 22nd. Bring bake sale items to the school office.
Items need to be individually wrapped No frosting or other messy items Peanut/treenut free Items will be sold for $0.50 each
The class in 5th-8th Grade that has the highest percentage of participation of bringing in items will win a Comfy Cozy Day.
Sale will be in the gym. Students wishing to purchase will need to bring in money that day. Students will go to classroom first to unpack and then can go to the gym to purchase bake sale items Sale will continue during lunch on the stage if any items are left.
KINDERGARTEN OPEN HOUSE – 2019-2020 School Year
Wednesday, January 16h at 6:30 pm
If you have a child who will be in kindergarten next year or know of someone who has a child entering kindergarten next year, please join us or invite them to attend our Kindergarten Open House
Meet in the Worship Center
Presentations, tours, and application and enrollment information
Childcare will be available Applications for 2019-2020 will be accepted that evening after the presentations have finished. (Registration Fee of $325 must accompany the application)
FAMILY GAME NIGHT (Pre-8) Who : All Immanuel Families What : Family Board Game Night. We will have a small snack and many games set up. Bring a game, set it up,
choose a game, play, enjoy time with friends and family. Where : Immanuel Community Center When : Friday, January 18th, from 6:30-8:00 pm
Will you be attending? Questions? Please RSVP to Mrs. Horvath at [email protected]
SCRIP – Bonus Deals Check out these great “bonus deals” for Scrip for next week
Home Depot – 7% (1/19 to 1/25)
Shutterfly – 10.75% (1/19 to 1/25)
TGI Fridays – 10% (1/19 to 1/25)
Preschool News (586) 286-1940 Preschool Director – Janet Hilsabeck ([email protected])
Preschool Assistant – Laurie Griffith ([email protected])
Important Dates for the 2018-19 Preschool Year: Wednesday, January 16 – Kindergarten Open House
Sunday, January 27 – All School Open House Pre-8th grade
Moms of young children are invited to join “Where Moms Connect.” Enjoy meaningful conversation, laughter, and friendship as you’re supported in your journey through momhood. The group will meet the 2nd Monday of the month, 6:00-7:30pm in ministry room 100. Childcare is available and included with your dues. Cost is $20 for the session (January 14-June 10). Please click here to register.
DADDY DAUGHTER DANCE – Friday, January 25th 6:00 – 9:00 pm Dance the night away with the special guy in your life! $10 per adult, $6 per child Register: Click here – Daddy Daughter Dance 2019 Registration (deadline to register is Friday, January 18th at 3:30 pm)
K-2 READING NIGHT – HELPING YOUR CHILD GROW AS A READER Presented by Immanuel’s Kindergarten – 2nd Grade Teachers Parents of children in 4 year old preschool through 2nd grade are invited to come learn about the key components of reading and how to help young readers find just right books to read. Strategies will be shared on how to assist children as growing readers. Thursday, February 7th at 6:30pm - At Immanuel in Chapel Register – Click here – K-2 Reading Night Registration (Register by February 1st)
Kindergarten Open House You are invited to a presentation by our principal, Mr. Neumeyer and our Kindergarten Teachers to learn more about our wonderful school. Presentation begins at 6:30 and will include a tour. Enrollment for the 2019-20 Kindergarten year begins that evening after the presentation.
Tiny Treasures We still have Tiny Treasures Openings for our current session. If you or someone you know is interested in this class for 2 year olds and their parent/caregivers, please have them call or email Laurie (see above).
2019-20 Registration/Open House Registration will open for current and returning families and church members on February 19, 2019 at 11:30 am. Information packets and forms have been sent home. You can let your friends and neighbors know that we will open registration to the community on February 25th at 8:30. Also, please invite friends and family to join us for our All School Open House on January 27th, 1-3pm. If they are interested in more info or a tour, please have them call the office or email Laurie [email protected].
Kid’s Ministry Kid’s Ministry has begun!. Classes are available for children ages 0-4th grade. Children ages 0-2 attend with a parent. Classes are free, and you can register online here.
Are you interested in learning more about the amazing gifts God gives to both young and old through baptism? Please join Janet Hilsabeck as she hosts Baptism Seminars on the 3rd Sunday of each month. The next scheduled seminar is Sunday, January 20, 9:30-10:30 am. All are welcome, regardless of Immanuel membership. For more details, contact Janet at (586) 286-1940.
TEACHER APPLICATIONS – KINDERGARTEN TEACHER Our school is hiring a kindergarten teacher for the 2019-2020 school year. If you are interested in the position or know of someone who is interested, please send a letter of interest and resume to our principal, Joel Neumeyer ([email protected]) by Sunday, January 20th.
UPCOMING NO BUS DAYS January 21 – No Bus February 15 – No PM Bus February 19-22 – No Bus
MRS. THORPE – LEAVE OF ABSENCE Hello Everyone! I will be taking a short leave of absence due to surgery. I will be out from January 10th – February 22nd. During this time my sub will be Michelle Lonser. Michelle will be checking my emails, voicemails, and taking on all my other tasks. Please continue to call in your absences and email me as normal, Michelle will be answering you. I will miss you and all the children over the next 6 weeks. See you at the end of February!
DONATIONS FOR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VICTIMS Mrs. Thorpe is on a committee for the upcoming Michigan District Office Personnel Conference. As a service project, conference attendees will be filling gently used purses with beauty products for women in domestic violence shelters. These women often are unable to bring luxuries, such as purses and beauty products, along with them when fleeing an abusive situation. If you would like to donate any gently used purses or new beauty products (either full size or sample size) please bring them into the school office between now and March 29, 2019. Thank you so much!
DADDY DAUGHTER DANCE Friday, January 25th 6:00 – 9:00 pm Dance the night away with the special guy in your life! See below for more information and how to register.
Theme – Winter Wonderland
Friday, January 25th 6:00-9:00 pm
Immanuel Community Center
$10 per adult, $6 per child
Register: Click here – Daddy Daughter Dance 2019 Registration (deadline to register is Friday, January 18 at 3:30 pm)
K-2 READING NIGHT – HELPING YOUR CHILD GROW AS A READER
Presented by Immanuel’s Kindergarten – 2nd Grade Teachers Parents of children in 4 year old preschool through 2nd grade are invited to come learn about the key components of reading and how to help young readers find just right books to read. Strategies will be shared on how to assist children as growing readers. Date & Time: Thursday, February 7th at 6:30pm Location – At Immanuel in Chapel (older church with the steeple) Register – Click here – K-2 Reading Night Registration (Register by February 1st)
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Daddy Daughter Dance – Friday, January 25th – Contact Sarah Rizzo or Carol Nelson
Auction – Interested in helping our Auction Team – Contact our Auction Team Coordinators – Amanda Kozlowski and Kelly Wargo at [email protected]
PRESCHOOL – 8TH GRADE OPEN HOUSE – for 2019-2020 School Year
Sunday, January 27th 1:00 – 3:00 pm Meet teachers and staff
Tours led by students and parents
Free food!
Application and enrollment information
NEW STUDENT REFERRAL - $325 Referral Discount Share with your family, friends, neighbors, co-workers, etc. why you value the education your child receives at Immanuel Lutheran School. A K-8 Immanuel family will receive a $325 discount on your child’s tuition if a new family enrolls their child(ren) in K-8 and names you as a referral.
STRINGS PROGRAM
Does your student have an interest in stringed instruments? Check out the violin program for beginning and advanced students on violin, viola, cello, and harp! This strings group can serve as an introduction or as a supplement to private lessons - there is something to be learned from preschool and up. No previous experience needed; students will be provided information on how to rent or buy an instrument. The group is held at the instructor’s home, one mile from Immanuel. Please contact Charlene Gulas at [email protected].
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS With the holidays and break sneaking up quickly, we wanted to remind parents that January begins a fresh set of After School Programs! Beat cabin fever with learning, fun, and making new friends in 2019. Do not delay, register today!
STARTING IN JANUARY
MONDAYS - Ultimate FitDance - Music Room $75
1st Grade and up
Jan 14, 21, 28 Feb 4, 11, 25 Mar 11, 18
Ultimate DanceFit is a full -body workout that's actually fun. It's good for your heart, it makes you stronger, and it can help with balance, coordination, and gross motor skills! For this class we will fuse Generation POUND and DanceFit for an Ultimate DanceFit jam session.
REGISTER: [email protected]
TUESDAYS- Self-Defense/Karate by Master Tong- Music Room $100 includes belt and board
1st Grade and up
Session 2 - Jan 8, 15, 22, 29 Feb 5, 12, 19, 26 Ongoing - beginning - returning - get your next belt level! Hup Kwon Do methods of self-defense including blocks, punches, strikes, kicks and release techniques will be taught.
Also, discipline, self-control and other Martial ways of respect and honor is stressed in every class. Students will be tested on the last day of the session and will be awarded a color belt for their effort if acceptable performance is shown. Students that participated in this class before will learn new and more advanced material.
REGISTER: [email protected]
WEDNESDAYS - Mindful Flex & Flow for Kids - Music Room $85 with mat
2nd Grade and up
Jan 16, 23, 30 Feb 6, 13, 20, 27
Have fun learning to use your breath and movement; to be calm and more aware of how you are feeling, learn Scripture that helps you draw near to God when you feel low, and to experience Him more deeply. Kids will leave the session with their own mat and a flip book to help them remember what they’ve learned.
REGISTER: [email protected] or 586.362.7800
Archery - Music Room $100
3rd Grade and up
Jan 16, 23, 30 Feb 6, 13, 20, 27
Welcome to the wonderful world of Archery! Learn everything from the history of archery, safety, proper form and technique and equipment. Plenty of shooting will be provided.
Students will learn Olympic T Form, scoring targets (NFAA and FITA), 3D and field archery and shot placement for hunting with a bow. Taught by USA Archery Coach L4NTS, Michigan Department of Natural Resources Outdoor Skills Pro-staff, and board member of the Michigan Alliance for Environmental and Outdoor Education.
REGISTER: [email protected]
THURSDAYS - Art with Ms. Cardaris- Art Room
K2 - Hands on Art - Jan 17, 24, 31 Feb 7, 14, 21, 28 Mar 7, 14 $75
Students will enjoy a variety of hands on art making techniques and will have sensory art experiences. Get your hands messy and enjoy all of the wonders of fine art!
REGISTER: [email protected]
Please contact Eileen Songer with any questions at [email protected] or 216.536.6699.
Easy Ways to Help Raise Money for Immanuel (Pre-8)
Kroger Community Rewards Please enroll so your shopping continues to help Immanuel Lutheran School each time you go to Kroger!
www.krogercommunityrewards.com – click on Michigan and then click on ENROLL
Box Tops for Education Box Tops mean FREE MONEY for Immanuel! Each Box Top you clip is worth 10¢. We simply mail them in and they
cut us a check for the money! The cash adds up quickly, so start clipping!
LAND’S END – Immanuel Land’s End Uniform Shopping - link Here’s the direct link to our Immanuel Lutheran School shopping site through Land’s End
Uniforms.
OFFICE MAX/OFFICE DEPOT GIVES IMMANUEL 5% How Does It Work?
Present your school's 5% Back To Schools ID number (# 70051315) when you shop online, over the phone or at your neighborhood Office Depot store.
Office Depot will offer our school credits equal to 5% of the qualifying purchases.
For more information on the program, click here.