Wed., Feb. 21, 2018
"Don't let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, and in purity."
--1 Timothy 4:12, ILS theme verse for the 2017 2018 school year
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Lutheran Schools Week 2018
MAR. 3-11, 2018
Visit
ilsbatavia.org for a complete listing of activities, including opportunities to RSVP, volunteer, and donate.
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Non-Public School Scholarship Applications
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Here is the latest update from Empower Illinois
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Empower Illinois Scholarship Application Opens Tuesday, Feb. 27 at 7:00 p.m.
We are pleased to announce the Empower Illinois scholarship application system will open on Tuesday, February 27 at 7:00 p.m. Our system has been enhanced to make it easier for families and to manage the demand expected for tax credit scholarships to private schools throughout Illinois.
- Reserve: On Feb. 27 at 7:00 p.m. families will complete a brief online form containing name and contact information, child name and preferred school. This will time stamp your application for the first-come, first-served scholarships.
- Apply: After reserving your place in line, families will be emailed a unique link and use their reservation code to complete the application. Applications will be sent on a rolling basis, over the course of a few weeks. After receiving the application email, families will have 3 days to complete the application and submit all required documents.
Our goal with this two-step process is to make it easier for families and provide more time to ensure your application is accurate and complete.
We understand that as parents and guardians, your life is busy. That’s why the reservation system will be accessible from mobile devices as well. Everything you will need for the reservation step should be top of mind. Once you get your application link, please use a computer to submit the required documents and finish the application accurately, without rushing.
If a student has already received a scholarship award letter, they do not need to reserve or apply. However, all other students should reserve and apply through this system beginning Feb. 27, regardless of how far you may have gotten through our old application.
More information, including helpful documents, FAQs and instructions, can be found on
our website.
We know your children only get one chance at a great education. We are grateful for your patience and trust as we work to improve access to quality education for every child, in every neighborhood.
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Please remember that families who plan to apply for ILS Need-Based Tuition Assistance
must
apply for an Invest in Kids Scholarship
first
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If a family does not qualify for a tax credit scholarship through Empower Illinois, they may then apply for tuition assistance from Immanuel through Smart Aid. The cost of the application, which is completed online, is $35 per family. The deadline for Smart Aid applications is Tue., May 1. Further details about the application process are included in
this flyer
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Primary Choir Sings on Sat., Feb. 24
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The students in K-G2 will be singing at Immanuel Lutheran Church on Sat., Feb. 24 at the 5:30 PM
service! They have been hard at work in choir class, and they are ready to share the anthem and beautify the worship service. Although it is not a required part of students’ music grades, this is a great opportunity for students to share their hard work with the broader Immanuel community and to praise God in the process. Contact Mrs. Rudy at
krudy@immanuelbatavia.org
with any questions.
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Preschool Open Houses
WED., MAR. 14, 10-11 AM
Check out Immanuel’s preschool program at the Preschool Open House. Parents are invited to tour the facility, see preschool classrooms in action, and learn more about how to help get children ready for preschool. Please share this information with family friends and neighbors who might be looking for a great preschool for their child. Please ask them to contact
Megan Popp for complete information.
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G4/5 Half Lock-In
FRI., MAR. 16, 6-10:30 PM
Students in grades 4 and 5 who attend Immanuel Lutheran Church and/or Immanuel Lutheran School are invited to an upcoming Half Lock-In. Immanuel’s director of children’s ministries/fourth grade teacher Mary Wert will lead the Lock-In, which will include games, Bible study, crafts, snacks, and fellowship. Permission slips are being distributed in Sunday School, ILS backpacks, and are available in the church and school lobbies and
here
. Adult chaperones are needed! To volunteer or to learn more about this event, contact Mary Wert at 630 879 7163 or mwert@immanuelbatavia.org.
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Donations of wrapped candy are
being gratefully accepted in the church and school lobbies.
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Easter Egg Hunt
SAT., MAR. 24, 10:30 AM
Immanuel shares the true meaning of Easter with children preschool age through Grade 3 at the annual Easter Egg Hunt. After enjoying an engaging story of the first Easter morning, children enjoy hunting throughout the ILCS campus for plastic Easter Eggs filled with candy and other treasures. Make this an Easter tradition!
Adults and children Grades 4-8 can contact
Mary Wert to indicate their willingness to volunteer to help with this event.
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Shop--And Share the News!
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Shop With Scrip
Help ILCS raise additional funds while earning family cash back: Shop With Scrip! Earn 2.5 percent on Amazon, 4 percent when paying off Kohl’s cards, 8 percent at the movies, 14 percent at GAP or Old Navy, 5 percent at Woodmans, 2.5 percent at Walmart, and 4 percent at Jewel! Start today using the code 96A591B555773. Visit
immanuelbatavia.org/page/helping.
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ext orders and checks are due Mon., Mar. 5.
Order forms are available in the church and school lobbies. Questions? Please contact
Megan Watson
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Easter Lilies
ORDER DEADLINE: SUN., MAR. 18
Easter lilies represent the Resurrection, purity, and innocence—being untainted by the world. They also represent a new season and a new birth—a New Life in Christ. The Altar Guild is taking orders for Easter lilies to beautify Immanuel’s worship spaces for the Easter season. Order forms are located under the flower chart next to the entry doors. Please place completed forms, including payment, in the collection plate or on the desk in the church office. Members of the Altar Guild will be in the church office to take orders and answer questions the weekends of Mar. 3 and 11.
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Study Oppportunities for Everyone
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Second Experiencing God Class Begins Thu., Mar. 8
7 PM IN THE YOUTH ROOM
Develop an intimate, life-changing relationship with God and learn how to apply His will to all of life's circumstances.
The class is open to adults, college age, and teens. Contact Erica/Tony Ciro, Christin Hager, or Julaine Kammrath at eciro65@gmail.com or 630 251 6761 to learn more.
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Sunday Studies, 9:30-10:30 AM
During the Week
Experiencing God, TBD, Mon., 7 PM
Early Risers Bible Study, Fellowship Hall, Wed., 6:30 AM, 002
Women’s Bible Study, Fellowship Hall, Wed., 9 AM, 002
Thu. PM Bible Study, Heritage Room, Thu., 6:30 PM
Men’s Bible Study, Heritage Room /
Panera
, Sat., 8 AM, 002 /
Panera
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Scholastic Book Orders
Flyers are being sent home with students this week, orders due Mar. 8, Visit
scholastic.com/bookclubs
and use the ILS Class Activation Code GMXY4.
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Plunge Into Fitness
Participating students who complete the Plunge Into Fitness Program receive a free June admission ticket OR $10 off an admission ticket valid Jul. 1-Sep. 3. Download
student logs
and
flyers
and get moving! Completed forms are due Apr. 9.
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Immanuel School Committee
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Please reach out to the School Committee via the school office anytime with suggestions for improving Immanuel Lutheran School.
- Judy Luetkens (chairperson)
- Larry Fass
- Kendall Heetland
- Erin Riddell
- Sarah Murphy
- Andrea Carroll
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Feb. 21 Winter Sports Photos
Feb. 21 Lenten worship
3:45 and 7:15 PM in the sanctuary
Feb. 24 K-G2 Choir sings in worship
5:30 PM
Feb. 26 Third Base Due
Feb. 26 G4 field trip to Fermilab
8:45-11:15 AM
Feb. 26 Preschool chapel
8:50 AM and 12:45 PM
Feb. 26 G1 field trip to Batavia Public Library
1-3 PM
Feb. 27 Preschool chapel
8:50 AM
Feb. 27 G5 field trip to Chicago Wolves game
9:30-3 PM
Feb. 28 Lenten worship
3:45 and 7:15 PM
Mar. 3-9 Lutheran Schools Week
Mar. 16 G4/5 Half Lock-In
6-10:30 PM
Mar. 24 Easter Egg Hunt
(PS-G2), 10 AM
Apr. 20 The Lion King, Jr.
6:30 PM,gym
May 5 Cinco de Mayo!
A joint celebration with San Pablo-Aurora, 10-12:30 PM, Engstrom Park, Batavia
Jun. 18-22 Shipwrecked VBS
at Immanuel!
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Field Day and Closing Worship
ILS was informed by the Batavia Park District that Big Woods Park will be unavailable for the last day of school due to renovations. Field Day and closing worship will be held at West Main Park instead.
Here is the link
for the West Main Park location.
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The Word of God is at the foundation of all we do.
We welcome and equip people to follow Christ and live authentic faith.
We are a family that demonstrates our faith in Christ
by the way we love, support, and grow together.
Developing Today’s Disciples
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Church
630 879 7163
School
630 406 0157
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