This week we honor and thank all those who have served our country in the armed forces. Without their self-sacrifice we would not have a country in which we can worship our Lord freely and transform lives through Christ-centered education. To all of you who have served our nation, thank you for your service!
In the Gospel of John there’s a story of a woman who meets Jesus at a well (John 4). Her life is so transformed that she leaves her water jar and goes back to the village to share the news of Jesus with others. Based on the number of water bottles in the lost and found, many of our students are being transformed by Jesus as well!
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All kidding aside, I’ve been blessed to hear our 5th graders share their Character Formation Project presentations over the past few weeks in our Student Ambassador Leadership Team (SALT) class. Christ is certainly at work in their lives (and perhaps through some diligence our students can look through the lost and found to gather their belongings!). In the upcoming weeks, the 5th grade SALT class will be sharing information about our annual food drive for Kirkcare to ensure families in need in our community have food during the winter months - stay tuned.
Have a great week in the Lord!
Matt Hoehner
Executive Director
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UPCOMING DATES
Monday, Nov. 15
CCLS University - 7:15pm at Webster Gardens
Thursday, Nov. 18
5-8th Grade Band Concert at LHSS
November 22-26
No School - Thanksgiving Break
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...Early Childhood... CCLS has been sharing messaging over the past several weeks about our change to the Blackbaud system. We recognize that change takes time, and we don’t want to rush our parents through this process. Many of our ECE families have yet to create their new Blackbaud login, and without a login, parents will not be able to secure their child’s spot for the 2022-2023 school year. With that in mind, we are going to extend our previous date in order to give everyone adequate time to complete that important first step. We’ve also recognized the need for additional communication regarding next year’s tuition model and the ECE Preferences Form (where you will indicate your child’s desired schedule - days, time, and campus for next year). Here is an updated timeline for the next few weeks. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help you through this transition!
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...Elementary... Did you know that each classroom (K-8) at CCLS supports a student at CCLS-Uganda? The teachers all come up with creative ways to have their class raise at least $250 to support one student's tuition. This week the first grade classes are doing a lap-a thon to raise those funds. Next week, the third grade classes will participate in a read-a-thon. Our second grade students are asked to help out at home and to fill their coin jars with donations. Keep an eye open throughout the year for ways that your child's class is supporting a CCLS-Uganda student. Our weekly chapel offerings also go into the CCLS-Uganda fund to help with supplies and building needs.
Congratulations to our second grade teacher Natalie Weinhold who will be marrying Bradley Boone this weekend. God's blessings to them as they begin their married life!
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...Middle School... 8th Grade Recognition: We plan to recognize 8th grade fall athletes (volleyball, soccer, and cross country) in between the home basketball games on Nov. 30. The first game is scheduled for 4:30 (A1 girls basketball vs. Green Park), followed by Fall Sports Recognition, and then the A1 boys basketball game. Family and friends are invited to come celebrate our Fall Sports 8th Grade Athletes!
Youth Coding League Update: The fifth and sixth grade coders placed in the top 5 teams out of 30 schools for their coding abilities in the regular season. CCLS had 9 coders placed in the top ten individually out of 300 plus coders. They are now creating group projects to be entered into the Technical Merit and Community Favorite tournament brackets for the postseason. Watch out next week for the voting link to cheer them on to the next level and advance in their coding skills.
Esports Update: The CCCLS eSports team for Knockout City has been having a fantastic year. The team is still currently ranked #1 and undefeated in our national league. This is out of 36 teams. The team competes every Wednesday at 4pm. Check us out at twitch.tv/ccls_esports.
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CCLS Enrollment 2022-23: Blackbaud |
Have you created your CCLS Blackbaud account?? All current CCLS parents should have received an email invitation to login to your account in the new CCLS Blackbaud System. It is very important that all parents who wish to enroll/re-enroll a student in CCLS for 2022-23 have a Blackbaud account. All steps in the Enrollment process will be completed within this account.
ACTION STEPS FOR ALL CURRENT PARENTS:
COMPLETE BEFORE 11/18:
ACTION STEPS FOR CURRENT ECE INFANTS - 3S PARENTS:
COMPLETE FROM 11/29 TO 12/5 (AFTER THANKSGIVING BREAK):
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On Monday morning, November 29, you will have an “ECE Preferences Form” posted in your ECE student’s CCLS Blackbaud account. This Form will be used for Priority Enrollment for current ECE students and is due by 12/5. (Note - these dates are modified from our original message to allow extra time for all current parents to get their account set up).
- NOTE: You must first have access to your CCLS Blackbaud account in order to receive the ECE Preferences Form for Priority Enrollment
- Instructions for filling out the form will be sent next week.
ACTION STEPS FOR CURRENT ECE 4S AND K-8 PARENTS:
COMPLETE 12/17 TO 1/7:
- All current students will be automatically re-enrolled for the 2022-23 school year at the next grade level (including ECE 4s to Kindergarten), unless we are notified otherwise.
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If your current student does not plan to attend CCLS in 2022-23, please notify Leanna Butterfield, Director of Enrollment at enrollment@ccls-stlouis.org as soon as possible.
- On December 17, you will have an “Enrollment Agreement” posted in your student’s CCLS Blackbaud account. The Agreement must be signed by 1/7 to secure your student’s place at CCLS for the 2022-23 school year.
- NOTE: You must first have access to your CCLS Blackbaud account in order to receive the Enrollment Agreement.
We will be communicating more information and action steps in the Charger Newsletter in the next several weeks. Thanks for your attention and patience as we implement our new systems!
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CCLS University invites you to Protect your family – Invest in the future
Many young families with children do not have estate planning on their list of priorities, but every family can benefit from having an estate plan. Protect your family - Invest in the future – will explore sharing your faith, uncovering God’s plan, protecting your family and planning ahead. CCLS parents and staff are invited to join us Monday, November 15 at 7:15pm at CCLS - Lutheran Church of Webster Gardens campus. CCLS University will be recorded and available on the CCLS Youtube and Facebook page the next day.
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Start your day with a free cup of coffee and connect with other moms at "Moms in Coffee" next week Thursday, 11/18. Join us 8:15-9:00am in Classroom C at the elementary campus. We will also enjoy a brief devotion led by Pastor Meggers. Let's start off our day by gathering together!
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Save the Date for Santa's Workshop |
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Our beloved Santa's Workshop event will be returning to the elementary school on December 2nd and 3rd. Santa's Workshop is a fun event where students may shop for fun, inexpensive gifts for their loved ones. Items will be priced from $0.50 - $10. The gifts are immediately wrapped by volunteers and the children have the delight of taking their gift home and placing it under the Christmas tree.
Watch for additional information, and an envelope for you to help plan and budget with your student, to come home from school right after Thanksgiving!
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Charger Cafe - MyKidsSpending Accounts |
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If your student hasn't had a chance to enjoy tasty and nutritious meals from the Charger Cafe this school year, it's not too late to set up your MyKidsSpending account to order lunches! Just send an email to lunch@ccls-stlouis.org to request your student ID number and account set-up instructions. (Staff members -- you can do the same to get your account set up, too!).
If you already have an account, please don't forget to keep it pre-funded for lunch orders (and "extras" at the Middle School). Also, if you have ordered lunch and your student is absent, you can be reimbursed for that charge. Simply email lunch@ccls-stlouis.org to request a refund for the day of absence.
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Fun and thoughtful monthly events of gratitude are in the works for our 150+ amazing CCLS teachers and staff! But we need YOUR help to make it happen! Please consider making a donation to the Teacher and Staff Appreciation efforts - click here now!
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Middle School Band Concert |
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Middle school band parents should have received an email with details on the upcoming Combined Band rehearsal and concert at Lutheran South. Fifth grade will have their combined rehearsal on Wednesday, November 17 from 7:00-8:00 pm. Sixth, Seventh, and Eighth grade will have their combined rehearsal on Thursday, November 18 from 8:30-10:40 am. All band students will participate in the Combined Band Concert on Thursday, November 18 at 7:30 pm (arrive for warmups at 7:00 pm). |
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Morning Assistant, 1s Room. Spend your morning wiggling with the toddlers, opening their eyes to God's creation, teaching through playtime and song, and sharing the love of Jesus. Great opportunity for someone seeking a short-but-sweet workday, 6:45 to 10:45, then you still have your lunch and rest of the day to yourself! This is a part-time position, 20 hours per week, school days only. Located at our Glendale location (Sappington Road near Manchester).
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Lutheran South Application Deadlines and Dates
Attention 8th graders: deadlines for application are fast approaching and we want Lutheran grade school students to be part of the Lancer family! The early application deadline is November 15th! We are experiencing an increased interest in students from area schools. Historically we have been able to accept students who apply later in the school year but there may only be a few remaining spots.
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Webster Gardens - The Big Rake
Join us November 20 or 21 for The Big Rake. The Big Rake is a great way for families to share the value of serving with your kids. You can sign up to serve with your own group or we can add you to a team. It’s also a great time to invite your neighbors to form a team to serve with you. All are welcome to join us in reaching out in our communities. HERE.
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