Eagles in Action
First Grade Eagles in Action
November’s Eagles in Action project will benefit Samaritan’s Purse/ Operation Christmas Child. St. John’s has participated in Operation Christmas Child for several years. It is a great way to get everyone involved; our St. John’s students, Sunday School Classes as well as everyone in our congregation. The first grade class will be learning about this important mission as well as collecting chapel offerings for their Eagles in Action this month as well. The funds collected will be used to purchase postage to mail the boxes to overseas countries through Samaritan’s Purse. In addition they will be leading the school in getting boxes ready to be dropped off at a local collection center the second week of November. 
“Let the children come to Me; do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of God.”
Mark 10:14, ESV 
The mission of Operation Christmas Child is to demonstrate God’s love in a tangible way to children in need around the world. Through this project, Samaritan’s Purse partners with the local church worldwide to share the Good News of Jesus Christ and make disciples of the nations. Stay tuned for more information. Boxes will be available in the narthex and the school office beginning the weekend of October 23rd. Please feel free to take as many as you think you can pack. You can find packing instructions on their website at www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/pack-a-shoe-box/
There is also an opportunity to “Pack a Box online” with a $25 donation.  www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/buildonline/
Announcements
COVID-19 TEST PROTOCOL
If your student is taken for a covid test at any time, for any reason, you must inform the school immediately. Email Mrs. Mannes: t.mannes@stjohnslagrange.org
COVID-19-like symptoms include the following:
  • Fever (100.4°F or higher)
  • new onset of moderate to severe headache
  • shortness of breath
  • new cough
  • sore throat
  • vomiting
  • diarrhea
  • new loss of sense of taste or smell
  • fatigue from unknown cause
  • muscle or body aches from unknown cause
We congratulate the following students for earning Accelerated Reader Certificates:

Advanced 2: Joey Garbarz
Star 4: Katie Wozniak

Keep up the good work!
Picture Retake Day
Friday, November 19th
If your student missed the first picture day, their picture will be taken this day. If you want retakes, your original package must be returned. Original packages are being sent home with your student this week. If you have any questions, you must contact Van Gogh School Photographers directly: 847-382-2282
St. John’s Mask Fundraiser 

These face masks are a 2 ply white/black mask made up of 60% Polyester, 40% Cotton. 
Masks are $12 each. 
All proceeds will benefit St. John’s Lutheran School!
Servers Needed For Pizza Friday

Please sign up to help 
via the signup genius link below!
There are time commitments from 11:00-12:30 and 11:15-12:15.

All questions should be sent to pizzafriday@stjohnslagrange.org

***Even though this is a fundraiser for 7th & 8th grades, all families benefit by having the option of an inexpensive "hot lunch" once a week (that doesn't have to be packed at home!). ANY parents of any age student are welcome to help serve pizza on Fridays! It's a great way to get some volunteer hours and get to know other parents. If you would like to help out, please follow the sign up instructions below – and THANK YOU!

HELP!!! Basketball Coach Needed!!!
We are looking for someone to serve as our Varsity Basketball Coach for this school year. The season runs for the months of January and February including participating in our home Varsity Tournament. If you are interested or have questions about this please email Mr. Wykert at t.wykert@stjohnslagrange.org
Support our annual St. John's Basketball Tournament
with an ad in our tournament booklet. 
Click the buttons below to sign up for a business ad, or a cheer them on ad to support your player!
VOLUNTEER HOURS PARTICIPATION POLICY

Parents, Teachers, and Students are all important parts of our school family, and we wouldn't be successful if we didn't work together. To that end, all families are required to complete five (5) hours of volunteer service. Any family receiving financial assistance from St. John's Lutheran School will be required to complete ten (10) hours of volunteer service. Those families not completing their hours by May 13, 2022 will be charged a fee of $250.00.

Suggested ways to volunteer (not an all-inclusive list)
Any PTO event (i.e. Book Fair, Sock Hop, hot lunch [classroom parties excluded])
Basketball Tournament
Teacher task: cutting, labeling, etc.
FUNdraiser auction

Other opportunities will arise throughout the year and will be posted in Wings or your classroom newsletter.

Volunteer Opportunities are available
for Trivia Night and Pizza Friday!
Please see the blurbs below for how to volunteer!
Join the fun!
Last day to sign up!

Saturday, November 13, 2021
Doors Open at 6:00 p.m.
Trivia Starts at 7:00 p.m.
St. John’s Lutheran School Gymnasium

General Trivia
Teams of up to 8 players
Fee: $100 per Team/Table of up to 8

Teams are encouraged to decorate their own table
and bring food and beverages.
 
Book your table now! Send checks to school office labeled "Trivia" to reserve your space. Limited tables available.

Trivia Night Volunteers
Please click the button below to sign up to volunteer for Trivia Night:
SAVE THE DATE
St. John's Annual FUNdraiser  

Saturday, February 5, 2022
       5:30pm-9:30pm
    St. John's Lutheran School
Enjoy an Evening of Fun, Fellowship and Food with Auction Games, Unique Silent and Live Auction Items!
       More Details to Follow.
Blood Drive - Save the Date
ST. JOHNS LUTHERAN CHURCH @ THE LAGRANGE PUBLIC LIBRARY
12/01/2021
03:00 PM - 07:00 PM
10 West Cossitt Avenue
LA GRANGE, IL 60525
St. John's Ministries
Find more information about exciting ministries and events, access the church ministries email via the button below:
Tuition Reduction Incentive Program!
Earn money to reduce next year's tuition! And support our school! Get motivated and in the habit to start earning on your everyday purchases with TRIP Cards. Reduce your family's tuition for the next school year.
Please text me (Amy Buonassissi) if you have an order & are coming 630-290-0268
   OR if you would like to connect with me somewhere before the order is due.

We will be placing TRIP orders for your shopping needs on these upcoming dates:
November 15, 29
Online sales are convenient for your busy family. Earn right from home on the website or on-the-go with the RaiseRight app. In the drive-thru line at Starbucks, or the checkout line at Mariano's, or on the Target run? Order an eGift card and it will be downloaded and ready in your scripwallet by the time you are ready to pay or use in the store! Learn more about the RaiseRight app here: RaiseRight App
To obtain your personal user login and password, contact Amy Buonassisi: TRIP@stjohnslagrange.org
708-354-1690