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Parent Newsletter
August 13, 2018
Math teacher Caleb Abraham tightens bolts in the stadium stands.
Valley Lutheran faculty members completed various projects during a work day on Thursday, Aug. 9. The faculty is currently on their annual retreat through Wednesday.
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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.
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Back to School Materials List
You can find a general school "Materials List"
here, which lists items required/recommended for specific classes. Here are a couple more suggestions:
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Each student should keep a set of "ear buds" at school for personal use. We have sets of headphones available for our computer towers but when students are using the Chromebooks in the classroom, it is nice for them to have their own personal ear buds.
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The ESV Lutheran Study Bible is used all of high school. The Concordia Publishing House is the primary distributor and their selection of Bibles can be found
here. An order will be taken at freshmen orientation, as well ($24.99 for paperback and $39.99 for hard cover).
Many people ask if their student can bring in a technology device. The answer is, "Yes, please!" Students may use laptops, tablets, Chromebooks, etc. in classes, study hall, and at lunch. While students are not required to have a device, they are encouraged to bring one (if available) and use it in the academic setting. If you are interested in purchasing a device, any laptop, tablet, or Chromebook would be acceptable.
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Summer Read
Students are to read the following books before the 2018-19 school year begins as part of the Summer Read program.
- Freshmen (Class of 2022): Shift by Jennifer Bradbury
- Sophomores (Class of 2021): The Book Thief by Markus Zusak
- Juniors (Class of 2020): Warriors Don't Cry by Melba Patillo Beals
- Seniors (Class of 2019): All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr
This year, there will be no project for the book. In its place, students will take a comprehension test on their book when they return to school. The grade will be part of their English grade for the first quarter. If they do not have an English course in the first quarter, the grade will be applied to another class. Students should be prepared to present their book or discuss it. This may happen in family groups, English classes, or in another class.
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Parent Organization Meeting Tomorrow, August 14
The next Parent Organization meeting will be at
7pm on August 14
at G's Pizzeria on Bay Road in Saginaw. Mark your calendars and join our great group to discuss upcoming events for the school year, and, of course, enjoy dinner at the same time.
The Parent Organization is looking for someone to join our team that is willing to head up two yearly luncheons held during our Holiday Bazaar (Nov. 10) and Antique Show (April 6). Responsibilities would include setting the menu, coordinating the shopping, and supervising the preparation. We do have the past recipes. Help is provided. Please contact Kathy Ehlert or Amanda Engelhardt if you would like to find out more information.
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Sophomore/Junior/Senior Info Night
Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors, and their parents are asked to attend a meeting at school on
Thursday, Aug. 16 to receive information specific to those classes. The meetings will begin at
7pm and last for about one hour. You do not need to attend if you were present at the meeting last week. There will be another meeting immediately following for National Honor Society prospects.
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School Pictures
Picture day will be
Wednesday, Aug. 29. Order forms will be sent home the first week of school. Seniors are required to have their photo taken for their student identification cards.
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Mum Sale
Valley Lutheran's Parent Organization is having its annual mum sale on
Friday, Sept. 14, before the home football game against St. Charles. Mums cost $10 and the sale starts at 3:30pm and goes until kickoff at 7pm.
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19th Annual Golf Scramble
Valley's 19th Annual Golf Scramble will be
Saturday, Sept. 15, at Apple Mountain Golf Course.
This year, in the midst of our Growing Campaign, the rate has been reduced to $85 per person. Brochures are available in the school office or can be downloaded
here. The Golf Scramble helps raise money for the Student Aid Fund, which provides tuition assistance for students in need.
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Class of 2019 News: Senior Photos, Retreat
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Hot Lunch Price for 2018-19
Hot lunch prices for 2018-19 are $32 for a 10-punch card. Individual lunches are $3.75. Cards may be purchased in the office before school. Applications for free and reduced lunches are available on our website.
Download here.
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Homes For Old Mattresses
Buying a new mattress? Wondering if there is a use for the old one besides filling the dump? We will accept mattresses for the Franklin Ave. Mission in Flint on Sept. 24 and 25 and early morning on the 26th. Just bring them to school on one of those days and we will deliver them to the Franklin Ave. Mission on service day where they will be distributed to people who have no mattress. All sizes are welcome. Please, no mattresses with bed bugs.
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2018-2019 STUDENT SCHEDULES
Schedules for returning students will be released via My Student Data this
Friday, Aug. 17, by 5 pm. All students will have access to their schedule online, regardless of any holds on their account. To access student schedules, go to
www.mystudentdata.com and enter their UIC# (on their student ID) and birthdate.
Our school code is 50 and the password is Chargers.
SCHEDULE CHANGES
Students wanting to make a change to their courses for next year can
email or call Mrs. Mueller at school between now and the start of school. As a reminder, schedule changes are not typically made to adjust lunch or academic seminar hours.
CLASS OF 2019
Be sure you and your parents attend "Senior Night" on August 16 if you didn't make the first one, as we will be going over the college application process in great detail. This is important information that you do not want to miss!
WORK PERMITS
Students under the age of 18 need a work permit on file in order to hold employment. Work permits are available in the school office, and require information from the student and parent, the employer, and the school. Stop in during normal office hours to pick up a permit.
SUMMER JUMPSTART
Want to get a jumpstart on college or career planning? Take a look at resources below for your grade. It's never too early to start making a plan! Visit a college campus. Job shadow in a career area you might be interested in pursuing. Volunteer for local organizations. Explore your options when it comes to training for various career areas. Take the time now while life is a bit more relaxed, and start the new year off with a plan!
SAT/ACT TESTING INFORMATION
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Valley Hiring Part-Time Paraprofessional for Resource Center
Valley Lutheran has an opening for a paraprofessional to provide supervision and assistance in the school's Resource Center after school. The position is part time from 3-4:30pm Monday-Thursday and 3-4 pm Friday. The ideal applicant will have experience working with high school students, familiarity with computer applications (especially Microsoft Office and Google Applications) and is supportive of the ministry of Valley Lutheran High School. Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume' to Executive Director John Brandt at [email protected] or to the school office at 3560 McCarty Road in Saginaw, MI 48603.
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Wild Game Dinner
Messiah Lutheran in Clio is hosting a Wild Game Dinner at Circus Park, 4240 W. Wilson Road in Clio on
Thursday, Sept. 27. A social hour begins at 4pm with the dinner to follow. Special guests include:
- Dave Minar, owner of Oscar & Joey's in Birch Run
- Tred Bardta, host of 'The Best and Worst of Tred Barta' on the Versus Channel
- Mike Avery, host of the Outdoor Magazine radio show.
Auction items and raffle prizes are available. The auction grand prize is a guided fishing trip for two with Tred Barta.
Tickets are $50 each or two for $95. Corporate tables of eight are $600.
Tickets are available by calling 810-686-0740.
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| Aug. 16 |
Transfer Student Orientation, 5:30pm |
| Aug. 16 |
Sophomore/Junior/Senior Parent-Student Night, 7pm |
| Aug. 17-18 |
Freshmen Lock-In, 7pm |
| Aug. 22 |
First Day of School |
| Aug. 29 |
School Pictures |
| Aug. 31-Sept. 3 |
No School - Labor Day Weekend |
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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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