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* We thank God and our congregation for our school!
* We thank God for all of the teachers and staff members that serve at our school and the way they allow God to use them to be a blessing to so many students and families.
* Please pray that our "Shovel Out Hunger" servant event will be a blessing to the guests at the NOAH Project Homeless Shelter
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"Shovel Out Hunger" Donations due
Report Cards sent home
LUTHERAN SCHOOLS WEEK SCHOOL SPIRIT WEEK:
Monday, January 25
Wear attire from Favorite Country Day
Every students needs snow attire Tuesday, Jan. 26 PJ Day
Wednesday, Jan. 27
School Spirit/Wear a Symbol of Your Faith Day Thursday, January 28 Crazy Hair/Crazy Wear Day Friday, Jan. 29 Decades Day
February 1 - 12
NWEA standardized testing Friday, February 5 Fabulous Friday
February 15 - 19
Winter Break NO SCHOOL
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Report Cards Coming Home This Friday
Just a reminder that report cards for all students will be sent home this Friday.
If you have any questions and/or concerns, please contact your child's teacher.
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2020 - 2021 Parent Volunteer Hours Waived
Due to COVID-19 protocols and the limited opportunities to volunteer at school activities and events, the required parent volunteer hours for the 2020 - 2021 school year have been waived. Please contact the school office with any questions.
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Coming Soon!
NWEA Testing
February 1 - 12
It's that time of year again for winter standardized testing. This mid-year assessment for students in grades K - 8 will provide an additional avenue of academic insight regarding your child's scholastic progress.
This year, our testing window is February 1 - 12, 2021. To help avoid scheduling conflicts, teachers will notify you of a testing schedule closer to these dates. If a child becomes ill, make up tests will be scheduled for a later date when they are healthy.
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Looking for an outstanding Christian high school option for your son or daughter or know someone who is?
Lutheran High Northwest and Lutheran High Westland are now accepting applications for new students for Fall 2021! Application fees will increase by $50 on 2/1 so now is an ideal time to complete this step and join our Crusader or Warrior family.
For more information, or to apply click below:
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National Lutheran Schools Spirit Week Next Week!
Let the Wacky Winter Olympic Games Begin!
"The Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many."
Matthew 20:28
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With everything currently transpiring in our country, if there ever was a time for Christian education, it's now... and at St. Matthew Lutheran School, we believe that Christ belongs in school!
Next week, St. Matthew Lutheran School will join over 2,100 Lutheran schools around the United States to celebrate "National Lutheran Schools Week"! During this enjoyable week of school spirit, we want to celebrate and give thanks for the gift of Christian education.
The COVID pandemic may require a few changes, but it won't stop our celebration! As a result, the festivities will still occur... but they just will look a little different.
This year, we are designing our Lutheran Schools Week Extravaganza with a Wacky Winter Olympic theme. Opening Ceremonies are scheduled to start on Monday, January 25th, at 8:25 a.m.
Listed below are the events that our Student Council has planned (please note: blue jean are allowed on Monday, Thursday, and Friday):
Monday, Jan. 25 - Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony
Favorite Country Day - Every Student Needs Snow Gear On This Day!
- Each Olympic Games begins with a parade of countries! What is your favorite country? Wear something that represents that country!
- Morning "Open Ceremonies" will begin with an ice carving demonstration from Clear Cut Ice Sculptures! What will our guest carve for us? You will have to wait and see! A hot chocolate treat will be served after each class comes inside from viewing the carving.
- Recess Olympic Games if weather permits
- "Shovel Out Hunger" Servant Project meal will be delivered today to the NOAH Homeless Shelter in Detroit
Tuesday, Jan. 26th - PJ/Movie Day
- All Olympic athletes need a day of rest! Come in your pajamas, and every classroom will select their own movie option.
- Popcorn provided to every student from Detroit Popcorn Company
Wednesday, Jan. 27th - School Spirit/Wear A Symbol of Your Faith Day
- Every Christian athlete knows that their gifts and talents are gifts from God and cling to the promise "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."
- Show your school spirit and faith by wearing St. Matthew attire and/or a symbol of your faith.
- Afternoon virtual assembly with Mr. Guy Lewis who will will help us learn and appreciate other cultures from around the world with his "World Instruments and Music" assembly.
Thursday, Jan. 28th - Crazy/Wacky Hair & Crazy/Wacky Wear
- Today we are focusing on the "Wacky" portion of the "Wacky Olympics" so today is Crazy/Wacky Day so wear your craziest outfit and hair style!
- "Wacky Science" Virtual Assembly with Mr. Doug Scheer
- Crazy Recess fun if weather permits
Friday, Jan. 29th - Decades Day
- What is your favorite era? Come dressed in attire of your favorite decade.
- We conclude our Wacky Olympic Lutheran Schools Week with a closing ceremony focusing on peace. To accomplish this task, we will host an afternoon virtual assembly with Mr. Peace.
- To add to the joy of the closing ceremonies, students will enjoy a special treat.
We look forward to an exciting week of thanking God for our school!
In Jesus' Love,
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"Shovel Out Hunger" Servant Project Donations Due Tomorrow!
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What a joy it has been hearing the stories of our young disciples working diligently to help the guests that frequent the NOAH Project Homeless Shelter in Detroit. Many have taken advantage of the fresh snow that fell this week and shoveled their way to filling their donation envelopes. I also heard of a Preschooler who spent last Saturday doing chores around her house to raise donations. I also had a Kindergartener who gave me an envelope with $4 and told me, "I took this from my own piggy bank because I wanted to help the people who don't have any food."
As the temperatures continue to drop and the snow continues to fall, we are reminded that there are many people who do not have proper food and/or shelter. As a result, I am totally confident that God is going to bless our students' efforts and use this event to be a blessing for the 400 guests that gather each day at the NOAH Project.
Please remember that all donation envelopes are due this Friday, January 22nd, so that we can purchase lunch on Monday, January 25th.
Thank you for all of your support!
Mrs. Palka
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Student Picture Retake Day has been scheduled for Tuesday, February 23rd. If your student was absent for the Fall picture day please use this code EVT83T4BN on the Lifetouch website HERE to pre-purchase your pictures.
If you received a picture order from the Fall, but would like a retake, your student must bring in the printed picture package you received to have a retake.
If you have any questions please contact the school office.
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Miss Kelly is Moving 
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It is with a heavy heart that I need to share with you that Miss Kelly, our Kids Care Director and Preschool Aide for Tuesday/Thursday, is moving to Wisconsin in the near future. Miss Kelly has been a tremendous blessing from God this year, and we will DEARLY miss her!
As a result, we are looking for a new Kids Care Director. If you know of anyone who may be interested in filling this role, please contact Mrs. Palka.
Qualifications include: loving Jesus and children of all ages, patience, kindness, and some administrative skills. Hours for Kids Care Director are Monday - Friday, from 3:15 - 6:00 p.m.
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School Screening Forms 
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As for now, we are continuing the Screening Form admittance process into the school. If you would like to print copies at home please click HERE. Please remember, Mrs. Palka always has extra copies at the 100 Wing entrance, and Mrs. Yeskie has extras at the HUB entrance. |
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