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Parent Newsletter
November 1, 2017
Save Sunday, Dec. 10, at 3pm on your calendar for a special Valley Lutheran Christmas Concert at the Temple Theatre. As part of our 40th anniversary celebration, Valley musical groups will be performing at this special venue. We are also asking alumni, who participated in music, to join us for two special pieces near the end of the show. To sign up to play or sing,
fill out this form. The event is free, although parking will cost $5 in the garage across the street. Join us for what will certainly be an amazing afternoon of music.
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God is Love
God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in him. In this way, love is made complete among us so that we will have confidence on the day of judgment, because in this world we are like him.
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First Quarter Grades Available
First quarter grades are now available. Check My Student Data for your child's report card. You will need their 10-digit ID (found on their current student ID) and birthdate. Valley's
school code is 50 and the
password is Chargers. Contact the office if further help is needed.
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Fall Play, Drama Alumni Reception Thursday Through Saturday
Valley's Drama Department will perform
The Importance of Being Earnest
, at the high school this Thursday through Saturday, Nov. 2-4, at 7pm. The play was performed at Valley in 1987. In recognition of Valley Lutheran's 40th anniversary, there will also be a reception at intermission each night for past graduates who were in the drama program.
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Fruit Sale Continues Through Nov. 10
Valley Lutheran's Booster Club is asking students and parents to help sell fruit for its annual fundraiser. The Booster Club is selling Florida Indian River seedless navel oranges, pink grapefruit, mandarin oranges and mixed cartons. Proceeds help the Music, Drama and Athletic programs. The fruit sale runs through
Thursday, Nov. 10. The delivery date is
Saturday, Dec. 2 from 7:30am to 2pm. For more information, contact Bill Ankoviak at 989-781-5796 (evenings) or 989-790-1676 (school hours).
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Parents in Prayer Meeting Nov. 9
Consider joining Parents in Prayer, a group of parents who gather to pray at Valley twice each month. The group will meet at the school from 8-9:30am on
Nov. 9. The group prays for the needs of the students, faculty and staff at Valley. If you have questions, please contact Carla Belill at 989-295-3018 or at
[email protected].
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VLHS Holiday Bazaar and Cookie Walk Nov. 11
The Valley Lutheran Parent Organization is hosting its annual Holiday Bazaar and first-ever Cookie Walk on
Saturday, Nov. 11 from 9am to 3pm. Crafters, businesses and home-based consultants will be on hand at the school.
A luncheon takes place from 11am to 1pm and admission is free. Purchase a variety of homemade cookies for $7 a dozen.
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Attention Parents of Juniors and Seniors - Post Prom
Post Prom is at a critical point. After 20 years, this parent-initiated and run event might not be held this spring. No one attended an organizational meeting on Sunday Oct. 29. One more attempt to begin organizing Post Prom for next spring will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 12, at Valley Lutheran. Contact faculty liaison Christian Wilke at [email protected] for more information.
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Parent-Teacher-Student Conferences Nov. 15
Wednesday evening,
Nov. 15, has been set aside for Parent-Teacher-Student conferences. Twenty minute time slots are available for you and your student to meet with all of your student's teachers.These are by appointment only. Please contact Mrs. Mueller at
[email protected] or 989-790-1676 x 15 to schedule a conference or ask questions.
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Fall Concert Nov. 19
Join us at
3pm on Sunday, Nov. 19, in the VLHS Gymnasium for our annual Fall Concert. Various groups including Jazz Band, Wind Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, Mixed Chorus, and Acapella will perform a wide range of pieces. Enjoy an afternoon of music performed by young and talented musicians, who strive to honor Christ with their music.
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Fall Information Night Nov. 28
Valley Lutheran's annual Fall Information night kicks off the 9th grade enrollment season at
7pm on Tuesday, Nov. 28. Current Valley students will be leading tours for prospective students and sharing with them what high school is like at Valley. Faculty will take prospective parents on a tour, answering questions. This is a great night to learn about our many programs. Please pass this information on to families who you would like to see at Valley Lutheran in years to come.
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LEAP Lutheran Schools Enrollment Shows Increase
For the first time since the LEAP Alliance began tracking K-12 student enrollment several years ago, there has been an increase! This is the combined total student enrollment numbers in grades K-12 for our 19 Great Lakes Bay Region Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod schools. Their enrollment total this fall was 2,466!
Our Great Lakes Bay Region "LEAP schools do not make up an actual "school district." But, if we were a "school district," that district would number more students than all but just a few larger school districts in this area of Michigan. Praise God that the students of our Lutheran schools are learning and growing and meeting Jesus every day. May our God continue to bless the ministries of our wonderful Lutheran schools!
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ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION ON THE RISE
Teen anxiety and depression numbers are on the rise, and there's a good chance that you or someone you know has a student struggling with these mental health disorders. Teens today feel constant pressure and are managing more and more with less downtime than ever before. The two articles listed below provide a great deal of perspective on the daily realities of many teenagers.
So, how can you help? Trust your gut if something seems "off." Most teens don't want to worry their parents with another thing, and will not share their struggles for fear of their parents worrying more. Let them know you care for them and are there for them without being angry - and seek out help from a mental health professional.
DUAL ENROLLMENT FOR SECOND SEMESTER
Any student intending on taking a Dual Enrollment course for the second semester should sit down with Mrs. Mueller to make sure all paperwork is complete well in advance of the college deadlines.
Dual Enrollment paperwork must be completed by Tuesday, Nov. 21 or student schedules will be changed.
THREE STEPS TO HELP STUDENTS START THEIR CAREERS
"So, what do you want to do with your life?" This question paralyzes students more than any other. They get stumped - not because they don't have any idea - but because they have so many ideas. They often have several visions for their future. Check out
this post from Tim Elmore at Growing Leaders for tips to help.
PSAT/NMSQT EXAM
Students who took the PSAT/NMSQT exam can expect their
scores released online on Monday, Dec. 11. We will be holding a
PSAT RESULTS NIGHT on Tuesday, Dec. 12 at 7pm to go over score reports and to talk about next steps in the SAT testing process. Some financial strategies will also be discussed in regards to the FAFSA and setting up your personal finances for the coming college costs.
BAY CITY ROTARY CLUB VOCATIONAL DAY
The Bay City Rotary Clubs provide our junior and senior students with a job-shadowing opportunity on
Nov. 14. Valley Lutheran has been given a number of slots with various community members and organizations to allow our students to shadow professionals on the job. Check Google Classroom with your student to see the full list of opportunities. Slots are given away first come - first served.
UPCOMING SAT & ACT EXAMS
It is a common trend for students to take the SAT or ACT multiple times before applying to college. Colleges will accept either exam score and will typically take the highest score earned, regardless of the test date. For students applying for next Fall, the December exam is typically the last score they can use for admissions.
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St. Peter Turkey Trot This Saturday
Join Tri To Finish for the 6th Annual St. Peter Turkey Trot in Hemlock on
Saturday, Nov. 4. Races start at 9am at St. Peter Lutheran School and include a 10k and 5k, which are sanctioned by USA Track and Field. To register, visit the
Tri to Finish website. Proceeds from the event benefit students at St. Peter Lutheran School.
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Good Shepherd Bazaar, Chicken Dinner This Saturday
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 5335 Brockway Road in Saginaw, will be having its 57th Annual Bazaar from
9am to 3pm on Saturday, Nov. 4. There will also be a homemade chicken dinner from 11am to 1pm. The cost for dinner is $8 for adults, $4 for children 6-12, and free for kids 5 and under. Take outs are $8. There is also a country store, as well as Trash and Treasures.
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Peace Apple Pie Sale
Peace Lutheran School in Saginaw is taking orders for crumble-top apple pies! Pies may be frozen or baked immediately. Only $10 per 10-inch pie. A 9-inch apple crisp - the pie without the crust - is available for only $7. Place your order by
downloading this form.
Order deadline is Nov. 10; pies are to be
picked up on Saturday, Nov. 18, at the school, 3161 Lawndale Road. Proceeds benefit the Peace Lutheran PTL.
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Messiah Carrollton Bake Sale Nov. 11
Messiah Lutheran Church in Carrollton, 4640 N. Michigan Ave., is hosting a bake sale and indoor rummage sale on Saturday, Nov. 11, from 9am to 2pm. If you have something to donate, items are accepted through Sunday, Nov. 5.
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Youth Purity Gathering Nov. 12
PURE: By God For God is a purity gathering for teens (7th-12th grade) and parents, and will be held at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Lansing on
Sunday, Nov. 12, from 3-6pm. Travis Hartjen, pastor at Tangible Grace Fellowship in Allen, TX, will be speaking to the teens and parents. Praise and music will be led by 2nd Mile. There will be food, drinks, fun, fellowship, and learning.
Please encourage your youth group families, confirmation classes, junior high and high school students, and parents to join us for this event. The cost is $10 per person or $25 per family. To register or for more information, go to
OurSaviorLansing.org or call Dave Wright at 517-882-8665 ext. 105.
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Immanuel Frankentrost Hosting Living Nativity
Immanuel Lutheran Church-Frankentrost, 8220 E. Holland Road (M-46) in Saginaw, is hosting its 21st annual
Living Nativity Walk: A Journey to Bethlehem on December 1-3. More than 300 members and friends of Immanuel participate in this free, 30-minute outdoor walk. Refreshments will be served at the conclusion of the walk. Times are as follows:
Friday, Dec. 1, from 7-9pm; Saturday, Dec. 2, from 6-8pm; and Sunday, Dec. 3, from 6-8pm.
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Good Shepherd Hiring in Childhood Center
Good Shepherd's Early Childhood Center in Saginaw is hiring an afternoon child caregiver for our 2-year-old classroom. The hours would be from noon to
6pm
, at least three or four days a week. Applicants must be 18 years of age or older. If you are interested, contact Wendy Butler at 989-793-8252 or
[email protected]
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| Nov. 2-4 |
Play: Importance of Being Earnest (Drama Alumni Reception Each Night), 7pm |
| Nov. 4 |
SAT Testing, 8am |
| Nov. 6 |
NHS Blood Drive, 7:30am-2:30pm |
| Nov. 9 |
Peeks at Valley, 11am |
| Nov. 9 |
Parents in Prayer, 8am |
| Nov. 10 |
Fruit Sale Ends |
| Nov. 11 |
Fall Bazaar and Cookie Walk, 9am to 3pm |
| Nov. 15 |
Parent/Student/Teacher Conferences (by appointment), 6pm |
| Nov. 19 |
Fall Instrument Concert |
| Nov. 22-26 |
Thanksgiving Break |
| Nov. 28 |
Fall Information Night for Prospective Students, 7pm |
| Nov. 29 |
Peeks at Valley, 8:15am |
| Dec. 10 |
Christmas Concert at the Temple Theatre (Save the Date), 3pm |
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Mission Statement
Valley Lutheran High School believes that Christ is the foundation of our school and everything that we do. We prepare our students as children of God academically, physically, socially, emotionally and spiritually to serve in the world today and tomorrow.
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John Brandt
Valley Lutheran High School
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