A Message from the Principal
We have yet another opportunity to be the hands and feet of Jesus and help those affected by Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico. We are collecting clothing for a family from Puerto Rico that has just relocated to our area to be with relatives as they have lost almost everything they own. They arrived here in Chicago with not much more than the clothes on their backs. Donations are being accepted in the church and school offices.

Womens-M tops, pants size 9
Mens-S tops, pants S or 30x30
Girls-14/16 or XS tops, panst size 0
Boys-size 6 tops and pants

We already received some donations over the weekend, so thank you! Imagine being in a new country, not speaking the language, and not having your belongings or a home in which to live. 
A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.
        ~ Proverbs 11:25 


In His Name,
Teri Lyn Mannes, Principal

Eagles in Action
Sixth Grade Eagles in Action Project

During the month of October, sixth graders are collecting stocking stuffers for service members in harm’s way during Christmas. Last year, students brought enough individual stocking stuffers to chapel to fill three boxes. This year, our sewing club members have created stockings that need filling.  Please bring the items listed below to school. Stockings will be distributed to each classroom for filling. When one is filled, bring it to chapel as you would your regular chapel donations. Sixth graders will bring your offerings and donations to Operation Support Our Troops (OSOT) – America, Inc. on October 26, where they will volunteer their time stuffing more stockings for United States Service Members. Items needed most include the following:

* Fruit Snacks / Fruit Rollups (Individual Packs)
*Chocolate Candy Bars / Tootsie Rolls
*Trail Mix (Individual Packs)
*Granola Bars / Rice Krispie Bars
Individual Packs of Cookies
*Starlight Mints, Lifesavers Candies, and Gum
*Licorice / Twizzlers (Individually Wrapped)
*Unbreakable handmade Christmas Ornaments
*Hot Chocolate Packets
*Mechanical Pencils / Pens

Thank you for your support!
Announcements
Junior Choir/Echoes of Praise/Jubilee Bells
Sunday, October 15
10:45 AM Worship Service
Arrival Times:
Jubilee Bells 9:50 AM
Echoes of Praise 10:05 AM
Junior Choir 10:15 AM
Baked goods will be available for purchase in the church narthex
after both services.
So Kids, Sew!
St. John’s sewing club is for students in grades 6-8. We have a dedicated workspace on the lower level with six Brother sewing machines. We hope you will join us!
Our next session starts Monday Oct. 23.  We will be sewing “sleeves” for the music room chairs to hold our students’ recorders and music books. Grant money from Thrivent is funding this project.  Participants will receive t-shirts, snacks and many thanks from the Music Department!  See Mrs. Starr for permission slips.
REMINDER!

Fannie May fundraiser orders are due
this Friday, October 13.
Please turn them in to your teacher.

ACOLYTE TRAINING
Mark Stapleton will be training interested 6th, 7th, and 8th graders on acolyting after school October 13 at 3:30 and after late service October 15 at 12:15. 
Reformation Celebration
All school families are invited to St. John's Reformation festivities celebrating the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation. On Sunday, Oct. 29th the 8:00 and 10:45 services will have special music and an appearance by Martin Luther in the children's sermon.
Following the 10:45 service at 12:30 we are having a German style picnic lunch in the gym. There will be brats, hot dogs, kraut, and German desserts . Games and activities for the kids will be featured, as well as German music and an appearance by Katie Luther . This event will have a free will offering, but we need to have a count of who will attend. You can let the school or church office know or sign up at the information desk in the narthex.
Trunk or Treat is back!!!!  

Once again, candy donations will be greatly appreciated. Please drop off bags of candy in the narthex (next to the coffee hour area) or in the school office between now and October 22 nd.   This is a great event for our church, school and neighbors.

Please sign up to volunteer the morning of Trunk or Treat with food and set up here: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0e45adae22a1f85-trunk

and/or sign up to decorate your car here http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0e45adae22a1f85-trunk1
                                                                                                      
Please save the date for the first RAiSE Parent Network (RPN)
meeting of the year. 
Join us on Wednesday, October 18, 2017, 7pm at the La Grange Library, 
10 W. Cossitt Ave ., to network with other parents of children with physical, psychological, emotional or learning challenges. This is an opportunity for parents to support other parents in a safe and confidential setting. Together we will explore problems and solutions, and share resources and ideas. 
  This is a meeting for parents/guardians only.  **Please note the location change**
PTO News
YEE-HAH!! Don’t miss our
Wild West Family Fun Night at the Book Fair
Monday, October 16, 5:00 – 7:00 pm
Wild West Book Fair open 5:00 – 7:00 pm.
Dinner available for purchase 5:00 – 6:30 pm.
Free County Fair-style games 5:00 – 6:30 pm. 
New October Menus from Smart Lunches
Smart Lunches has heard your feedback, and they've got a new menu rotation with improved recipes, preparations, and ingredients for Mac & Cheese, all pasta dishes, and chicken nuggets. Try a lunch in October, and let Smart Lunches know what you think! View the Signature and Junior October calendars by clicking on the links below and order online at www.smartlunches.com .
Bottled water available on Pizza Fridays!
Beginning 10/13, bottled water (16.9 oz) will be available to purchase on Pizza Fridays for 50¢ each. You cannot pre-order water, but there will be plenty!

Your help is needed for the Book Fair!
Our children will visit the Book Fair with their classes during the school day on Monday, October 16 and Tuesday, October 17. Each class visits on both of the days our Book Fair is open. The Book Fair will also be open during Family Fun Night.
 
We are still in need of volunteers to staff the Book Fair during the school day on Monday, October 16 and Tuesday, October 17, and during Family Fun Night that Monday. Volunteers are also needed to help with Family Fun Night and to pack up the Book Fair on Tuesday afternoon.
 
Please sign up online using the Scholastic Book Fairs Volunteer Tool: https://volunteer.scholastic.com/#/signup/oZTtl468k
 
You may also email or call Debbie to sign up or to ask questions: bankerref@comcast.net or 630-321-0427.
 
Thank you!
Restaurant Night at Chipotle –
Help Support the AR Program at St. John’s!

Chipotle has replaced the McDonald’s Night/Raffle for this year, however, the purpose is still to help fund the Accelerated Reader (AR) Program. AR costs just under $2500, and the PTO has committed to paying for this program so that the cost will not be passed along to our SJL families.

The event takes place on Wednesday, October 25 th , from 4-8pm. You will need to present the flier, show it on your phone, or tell the cashier that you are supporting St. John’s when you order. St. John’s will earn 50% of sales for those who visit the Chipotle in La Grange at 40 N La Grange Road (corner of Ogden and La Grange) during those indicated hours. 
Flying High Update

Thank you to all the families who participated in the Flying High event. There were 52 kids in attendance, a big increase from last year, and PTO earned $364!
Calendar

Week of October 9, 2017

Monday, Oct 9 NO SCHOOL - COLUMBUS DAY

Tuesday, Oct 10
  • 7:25 AM Jubilee Handbell Choir Rehearsal
  • 3:30 PM JV Basketball Practice
  • 4:30 PM JV Basketball Parent Meeting
  • 4:00 PM Boys Varsity Volleyball Game AWAY - Trinity, Burr Ridge
  • 5:00 PM Girls Varsity Volleyball Game AWAY - Trinity, Burr Ridge

Wednesday, Oct 11

Thursday. Oct 12

Friday, Oct 13
  • 4:00 PM Girls Varsity Volleyball Game HOME - Walther Christian Acad
  • Volleyball Awards Night
  • 5:30 PM Cross Country Awards Night

Saturday, Oct 14 No Activities Planned

Sunday, Oct 15


Week of October 16, 2017

Monday, Oct 16 TRIP ORDERS DUE
  • 5:30 PM Family Reading Night/Book Fair

Tuesday, Oct 17

Wednesday, Oct 18

Thursday. Oct 19

Friday, Oct 20
  • 4:00 PM 5th Grade JV Basketball Game AWAY - Immanuel, Elmhurst
  • 4:00 PM 6th Grade JV Basketball Game HOME - Trinity, Lombard

Saturday, Oct 21 No Activities Planned

Sunday, Oct 22




Want to see more calendar information? View the school and church calendar on our website HERE :
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