Pieces of the Rock
Quest for His Kingdom
Matthew 6:33
Dear Parents, 

This year we are beginning and ending every week as a family of believers with whole school devotions. Every Monday morning and Friday afternoon we meet in the school gym for a short time to once again join together around God’s word. As we go through these whole school devotions we are tying a biblical theme with what we are calling our ‘Wildcat Essentials’.

Each week we will have a new wildcat essential that will guide us through the essentials of being a member of our school family here at Saint Peter's. This week our wildcat essential is ALWAYS ALWAYS be honest and tell the truth, it leads to you being trustworthy and someone people can depend on. Based on 2 Corinthians 12: 7-10 we focused on how even though our sinful nature causes us to cower away from our shortcomings, Christ’s power is made perfect in our weakness! If we own our sin and ask for forgiveness, our Father in heaven will grant it to us by the grace of God and the sacrifice of His son on the cross! Praise be to God!

We will display our different wildcat essentials on the tall bulletin board in the hallway that leads to the gym. Keep track as we add to our list throughout the year!

In Him, 

Chris Brune
Weekly Updates & Reminders
Last Call for Theme Shirt Orders
We will be placing one last order for our Quest for His Kingdom theme shirts at the end of next week. We were also able to add an additional size option - Youth Extra Small. Please use the link below to place your order by Friday, August 30th .
Attendance
Please remember to notify the school office if your child will be absent, coming late, or leaving early. If your child misses school for an appointment, make sure you send in a note to the school office from their doctor to excuse the absence.
Flower and Vegetable Plant Show
Last spring kids in the lower grades received plant seedlings and starts and were told to make them grow. Now it’s time to show off their results. Our annual Flower Show will be held on Friday, August 30th .

Important note : Parents, please fill out the entry form coming home next week before bringing plants into the gym for judging. 
AR Face Lift
Over the summer, Renaissance Accelerated Reader (AR), updated and has a new look! The program itself has not changed, but the look and feel of the website has upgraded and is a little more user friendly! The parent log in has changed.. It is now called Home Connect and can be accessed using your child's log in information. Not sure what that is? Ask them! Use the link below to log in to check your child's progress. You are also able to sign up to receive email notifications as they complete assessments. Students are still only able to take AR assessments at school. If you have any questions, contact your child's teacher or Mrs. Brockberg . (Only students in 2nd - 8th grade use AR. 1st grade will start using AR later in the year.)
In Our Classrooms
Chance of... Meatballs!
We had a forecast of food in 2nd grade earlier this week! As 2nd grade was reading through the book Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs  they got a dose of their own crazy weather in the classroom! 
Marshmallows??
7th grade science had a lot of fun learning about chemical changes vs physical changes on Friday! The marshmallows state changed as did the chocolate however the changes were not the same. The kiddos loved the results of a S’More!
Escape Room!
6th Grade had an escape room based on Growth Mindset this week! With a little help they all escaped and learned a little bit about their brain and its function along the way!
Escape Room!
7th & 8th graders each had an escape room of their own, too! They worked through different obstacles with their scientific minds and critical thinking skills.
Dr. Science has Returned!
Dr. Science led the Kindergartners on a treasure hunt learning about coconuts and their growth process. Dr. Science reminded us of our 5 senses and how they help us understand the world around us! WE LOVE DR. SCIENCE!
Looking Ahead
Advancement News
Grab & Go Scrip Now Available
The school office now has a limited supply of top selling Scrip cards available for purchase in $25 denominations. The following retailers are available:
  • Meijer
  • Walmart
  • Amazon
  • Kohl's
  • Starbucks
Purchases may be made with cash or check
Credit Cards Now Accepted for Online Scrip Purchases
Visa and Mastercard are now accepted when you purchase Scrip online! The rebate amount is the same any way you pay. A 2.6% fee is added to your order total each time you pay with a credit card. You will have instant access to eGift cards and reloads. When you check out, you will see Credit Card under Payment Options in your cart. Shop over 750 retailers now at www.shopwithscrip.com
Worship
Church Attendance
When signing the Ritual of Friendship pad, use one line for each family member and write legibly. That will ensure that your attendance is properly recorded.
Pastor's Sermon
Pastor Adam McDowell is preaching this weekend. His sermon is titled "How Small is the Narrow Door”. Please take some time to prepare for worship by reading the Bible passages before attending church.

Old Testament - Isaiah 66:18-23
Epistle - Hebrews 12:4-24
Holy Gospel - Luke 13:22-30

Please join us for worship on Saturday evening at 5:00, Sunday morning at 8:00 or 10:30, or Monday at 7:00
Prayer List
Please include these requests in your personal and family prayers.
  • Morgan Moher as she continues treatment
  • Mr. Launer as he recovers from surgery (Mrs. Launer's husband)
  • Mrs. Ripke as she continues treatment
PTL
Important Dates
  • September 5th - PTL Meeting 6:00 pm in the School Cafeteria
  • September 12th - Fazoli's Fundraiser - Info will be coming home soon
  • September 18th - Pastries with Parents 7:00 am in the Cornerstone Room
  • September 25th - Teacher Appreciation Lunch Sponsored by the 8th Grade Class
Box Tops Update
If your package has a traditional Box Tops clip, cut it off and send it to school, making sure it has a valid expiration date. If your package has a new Scan label, there's no need to clip; just use the NEW Box Tops app to scan your store receipt within 14 days of purchase. The app will find participating products and instantly add Box Tops to your school's earnings online.

Happy Clipping AND Happy Scanning!
Lunch Menu
School Delays & Closings
Severe weather related delays or closings will be announced as
Fort Wayne Lutheran Schools
Clubhouse is available at 8:00 am on delay days.
You should also be receiving Parent Alert texts, too!
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