St. John's Lutheran School

The Wings Newsletter

Endure

Hebrews 12:1-3

Wednesday, October 23, 2024

Volume 49, Issue 10

We recently had the opportunity to hear a presentation by Dr. Randy Schroeder, author of Simple Habits for Effective Parenting (2021).  We were impressed with his wise and Christ-centered approach and will be sharing some of his insights with you in the next few weeks.

“The #1 goal of parenting is to build a strong relationship with your child.”  “Example is the best and only teacher.”  He encouraged parents to be very mindful of what your children hear you say and see you do.  We lift you up in prayer as you guide your children.



We are the Eagles!

Mrs. Hackelberg and Mrs. Hull

7th Grade Eagles in Action October 2024

The seventh grade will be helping the organization Operation Support Our Troop by filling stockings with goodies for our servicemen and women. Our kids sewing club, So Kids, Sew has been making some of these stockings after school on Monday afternoons. The 7th grade class will be collecting specific goodies for these care packages, along with making Christmas ornaments. Monetary donations collected during chapel will go to offset the shipping costs of the very generous care packages as they are shipped around the world! 

Praise God! 

Our chapel offerings on the first day of school were ear-marked for Good Shepherd Lutheran School in Downers Grove to help them after a fire burned their school down and damaged their church in August. A $100 check has been mailed to Good Shepherd along with our prayers and encouragement while they endure the weeks and months ahead of rebuilding. Thank you!

Important Upcoming Dates

October 25 - End of 1st Quarter

October 26 - 11:00am-1:00pm - Trunk or Treat

November 7 & 8 - NO SCHOOL - Parent/Teacher Conferences

November 16 - 7:00pm - St. John's Family Night Wolves Game

November 17 - 7th/8th grade Bake Sale between worship services

November 17 - 8:00am Worship - 1st-3rd grades sing

We congratulate the following students for earning Accelerated Reader Certificates:

Ready 7: Brayden Dorgan

Super 1: Amelia Knafl, Emma Maxant

Super 2: Edgar Roberson

Advanced 2: Makenna Roon

Keep up the good work!

Reminder: Shorts will no longer be allowed after October 31.

Outerwear: As the temperatures drop, please remember to send warm coats, hats, and mittens or gloves for the children to wear outside at recess.

Extended Care

Billing in Sycamore & Extended Care Handbook

Extended Care will not send billing. You will view billing in your Sycamore account. Payments are due on the 15th of the month. If payment is not received by the 19th, the credit card on file will be charged on the 20th and a $10 late fee will be applied. Please view the details for billing and payment instructions, due dates, and fees and penalties via the button below.

All families must read the Extended Care handbook. You may view it via the button below. If you have any questions, or to sign up or change Extended Care for your student(s), email Ms. Strombom: extcare@stjohnslagrange.org

So Kids, Sew!

(Open to students in Grades 6, 7, and 8)

When: We will meet from 3:00 - 4:30 

Mondays: Nov. 4, 11, 18, and Dec. 2

We will be sewing pillowcases for kids in the hospital using fun fabrics picked with them in mind. The pillowcase will be donated to Ryan’s Case for Smiles.

https://caseforsmiles.org/  A big thank you to our anonymous donor for funding this project.

Mrs. Willig and Mrs. Contraveos will be the adult leaders. Forms are available from your homeroom teacher (grades 6-8) and must be turned in to the office to reserve your place (limit 6). 

Contact Mrs. Hackelberg with any questions: h.hackelberg@stjohnslagrange.org

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 12, 2025 will be charged a fee of $250.00.

Suggested ways to volunteer (not an all-inclusive list)

• Any PTO event (i.e. Trunk or Treat, Secret Santa, Sock Hop, Fun Lunches)
• Teacher task: cutting, labeling, etc.
• FUNdraiser auction
• Classroom parties and field trips are excluded

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

PTO FUN LUNCH

Bill’s Place

Order Forms went home on Monday.

Please return orders by Monday, October 28th.

No late orders will be accepted.

Charleston Wrap Fundraiser

Students are bringing home their Charleston Wrap fundraiser packets today! Scan the QR code or click the link below to get started. Orders are due October 30th.

Chicago Wolves Game

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16 VS. MANITOBA MOOSE

DOORS OPEN AT 6PM: PUCK DROPS AT 7PM

St. John's Spirit Wear

This is an ongoing fundraiser to benefit our school.

Let's show our St. John's spirit!

Shop 24/7: 

https://1stplace.sale/29954

Board of Education Members

Michelle Maxant

Jennifer Moy

Art Schroeder

Desiree Trapp

You may contact the Board of Education at the following email address: boardofeducation@stjohnslagrange.org  

PTO Board Members

President - Jennifer Moy 

Vice President - Tammy Roberson

Treasurer - Nancy Razzano

Secretary - Stephanie Muratalla

You can contact them at: PTO@stjohnslagrange.org

QR Code for Donations



Looking for an easy way to contribute to the Mission of St. John's Lutheran Church and School? Use this QR Code to be able to give a one-time or recurring donation to the fund of your choice, by credit/debit card, or checking account. 

Calendar for 2024-25 School Year

St. John's Ministries

Find more information about exciting ministries and events by accessing the church ministries email via the button below:

October 27th is the last Sunday to bring in diapers, pull-ups and wipes for Caring Network’s Diaper Derby, helping to support families in need in our community. Please place diapers and wipes in the marked box in the narthex. Thank you all for participating!

St. John’s is proud to participate in Operation Christmas Child once again!

Please plan on participating again this year. This has been a wonderful opportunity to share God’s love and our faith with children all over the world.

Please save the date for the following:

Weekend of October 26th: boxes will be available at Trunk or Treat on Saturday and in the Narthex on Sunday morning. You can drop off your packed boxes until Sunday, November 17th.

Packing party during the Sunday School hour: Sunday, November 17th .

Stay tuned for ways that you can donate and help.

“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.

Use the RaiseRight app now! October is here! Time to start shopping for costumes and candy, along with cooler weather clothing.Take time to evaluate your shopping needs and get motivated and in the habit to start earning on your everyday purchases with TRIP cards.

Upcoming order dates:

• October 28th
• November 11th
• November 18th



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.

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 a 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

Presentation on Vaping - Sponsored by the Coalition for a Safe and Healthy Lyons Township 

Join us on November 6th at LT’s South Campus Library for a FREE presentation from Dr. Aaron Weiner, PHD about vaping. The presentation will begin at 6:30 with Mr. Scott Eggerding sharing some local data with attendees. Dr. Weiner’s presentation will follow.   

Please review the flier for specific information and use the QR code or this link to pre-register for the event. Pre-registration is preferred, but walk-in attendees are welcome. 

Parking is available in the South Lot and entry is at the Library located right off the parking lot. 

I am also including some resources for parents/guardians.  It is important that we partner in educating students about the dangers of vaping

How to Talk to Kids About Vaping

How to Talk to Kids About Vaping (Spanish)

Vaping Resource Tips for Teens

Vaping Resource Tips for Teens (Spanish)

Vaping Misperceptions 

Vaping Misperceptions (Spanish)

Also, here is the link to the FDA Vaping Prevention and Education Resource Center. This video shows how to use the website which has links and resources for teachers, parents, and students.