St. John's Lutheran School

The Wings Newsletter

Connected to the Vine

John 15:1-5

Wednesday, November 08, 2023

Volume 48, Issue 13

1st Grade Eagles in Action

St. John’s Lutheran Church and School will once again participate in Operation Christmas Child.

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.

 Please join us for an all church/school/Sunday School packing party on Sunday November 12^th during the Sunday School hour in the gym! 

Our goal is to pack 125 boxes that day so donations of WALMART and DOLLAR STORE/FAMILY DOLLAR gift cards would be useful so that we can purchase items for the boxes (please drop off gift cards in the church or school offices)

Gift cards will be collected until Friday November 10^th.

- OR -

You may donate the following items:

Small etch & sketch toys, small balls, small toys or figurines for boys and girls, combs and brushes, toothbrushes, reusable eating utensils, fun bandages for boys and girls, washcloths, flip flops, hats (foldable ones are best), sunglasses, hair accessories, pencil cases, pencils and sharpeners, crayons, markers, glue sticks, dry water color sets (small), stickers and jump ropes. Bring items in by Sunday November 12^th.

*Please do not include food or toothpaste/anything liquid*

Turning in Forms and Payments

All forms and payments must be put in the RETURN TO SCHOOL side of your student's folder.

Forms and payments are easily lost in the depths of backpacks, so please follow this rule as discussed at Parent Night. Payments should be clearly labeled with the student/family name and the reason for the payment (i.e. hot lunch, extended care, athletic fees, etc.) Payments should also be securely attached to any corresponding form or in an envelope.

Important Upcoming Dates



November 12: 8:00am - Children's Choir (1st-4th grades) sings in worship

November 14: 3:45pm - School Board Meeting

November 15: 4:00pm - JV Basketball Home Game

November 17: Picture Retakes and Group Pictures

November 18: 7:30-10:30pm - Flying High Night

November 22-24: NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break

We congratulate the following students for earning Accelerated Reader Certificates:

Independent 1: Isabella Skipper

Advanced 1: Joy Ssenyonjo

Keep up the good work!

St. John's Spirit Wear

The St. John's Holiday Sale is live! Choose from hundreds of designs and garments that are delivered to your home! You'll save 20% off the entire site, including all new designs and product lines! Shop at https://1stplace.sale/29954

• Sale Dates: November 6th - December 8th
• Savings: 20% discount sitewide
• Shipping: Free shipping over $75
• Delivery: All orders are guaranteed delivery by December 23rd

Show your school spirit and help fundraise for our school!

So Kids, Sew!

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

When: We will meet from 3:00 - 4:30 

Mondays: Nov. 13, 20, 27, and Dec. 4

Where: Lower Level Sewing Room

Cost: Free (supplies are paid for with a grant from Thrivent Financial)

We will be sewing baby teething blankets this session. Pick the fabrics and colors you like. They are so cute! They will be donated to Bridges Ministry at Oak Brook Christian Church.

Mrs. Willig, Mrs. Contraveos, and Mrs. Hackelberg, are 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

Flying High Night!

Pizza Fundraiser

All St. John's students, ages 5 and up

Saturday, November 18th from 7:30-10:30pm

$18 pricing - Pre-register by Thurs, Nov. 16th

$22 after Nov. 16

Questions? PTO@stjohnslagrange.org

  Secret Santa Shoppe December 4^th and 5^th

We are happy to announce this year’s Santa Shoppe will take place on December 4^th and 5^th!!! Please look out for more information coming soon. As always, we are in need of volunteers to make this successful. Look for a sign-up genius in an upcoming Wings. This is a good way to earn school volunteer hours and it’s always a lot of fun!

HO! HO! HO!

Pizza Friday needs sweet treat donations! 

Treats are very low. Please consider donating 4 dozen individually wrapped treats for the 7th & 8th grade trip! Sign up or bring treats to the School Office.

Thank you for your support!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45A9AC2AA3FEC34-pizza1

Please only send orders on the official order form. The form is linked below, or you can pick up additional forms in the school office.

Orders are due by 9:00am on Wednesdays for that Friday's lunch. Late orders will not be accepted. Please make your checks payable to St. John's Lutheran School. Cash is also accepted. Change will NOT be provided.

For more details or to print an order form, please click the buttons below.

Calendar for 2023-24 School Year

St. John's Ministries

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

Shop with Scrip has been rebranded as RaiseRight!

Use the RaiseRight app now! Whether you are starting your Thanksgiving Day shopping, or stocking up for the winter season, don’t forget to order your TRIP cards! Take time to evaluate your shopping needs and get motivated and in the habit to start earning on your everyday purchases with TRIP cards. There are many choices to…

Upcoming order dates:

• November 13th
• November 27th
• December 4th
• December 11th

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