Weekly Update #32
May 13, 2021
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I have heard that the key to detecting counterfeit money is to be intimately familiar with the real thing. This is also true when it comes to spiritual talk. The key to detecting false teaching is to be intimately familiar with the truth - that is, the revealed Word of God in the Scriptures, the testimony of the prophets and apostles, especially what they have to say about the person and work of Christ.
As you encounter various spiritual ideas, see if they pass the test. Compare them to what you have learned from and see in the Bible. And prepare for that task by becoming more and more familiar with God’s Word. “That is how we can distinguish between the spirit of truth and the spirit of error” (1 John 4:6).
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Financial Aid Application Deadlines |
Please note that families seeking financial aid to attend GPL have two deadlines to apply.
· May 15 –decisions reported June 1
· July 15 –decisions reported August 1
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Additional Financial Aid - SDPE |
In addition to the student assistance available through GPL, families can also apply for the South Dakota Partners in Education grant. Find out more information about this opportunity by clicking HERE. |
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Special Schedule- Last Week Of School 5/17 |
We will be running a special schedule the last week of the school year. It incorporates semester exams and a few other considerations for which we need to adjust.
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Graduation Weekend Details |
Friday, May 21
- 10:20 a.m. Concert Rehearsal
- 1:15 p.m. Graduation Service Rehearsal
- 3:00 p.m. Athlete Signing Ceremony
- 4:00 p.m. Spring Awards Ceremony- Live Stream Link
- 5:30 p.m. Supper on your own
- 7:00 p.m. Kaleidoscope Concert - Live Stream Link
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On April 11, the Lord, through his saints at Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church, Jenera, Ohio, called Pastor Hansen to serve them as an associate pastor. After much deliberation and prayer, Pastor Hansen has returned the call to Trinity and will continue to serve Jesus’ lambs at GPLHS. Please keep Trinity in your prayers and ask the Lord to bless them with an associate pastor and, in addition, ask the Lord to continue to bless Pastor Hansen and all of our called workers at GPLHS. |
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Panther Athletic Week in Review |
Track and Field Results:
Golf Results for May 11:
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JV finished their short season with the JV Cup at Cattail Crossing. Our team was split up into two teams of each gender. The boys ended up 2nd and 3rd out of 4 teams. The girls finished 4th and 5th out of 5 teams. Although the competitive JV season is done, the members are welcome to keep on practicing at Cattail. In everything, to God be the glory.
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Weekly email checking % by class:
- Sophomores 59%
- Juniors 64%
- Freshmen 76%
- Seniors 78%
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And the winner for April is...:
- Sophomores 64%
- Juniors 67%
- Freshmen 81%
- Seniors 82%- Congratulations!
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Student Council Update By Secretary Lydia Kratz
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With only one week left before the end of school, things are winding down at Great Plains. There will be an end-of-the-year bonfire at the Holmen's house on May 19th, at 8:30 pm. Seniors, this will take place after the student-faculty-staff social, so you will be able to attend as well! Student Council will be providing s'mores and drinks for this get-together, and all students are welcome to hang out. Good luck during finals week!
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Register for the 21-22 school year by May 14 |
The early registration fee for GPL students is $150. After May 14th, the fee to register for the 2021-2022 school year will go up to $300. You can register by logging into your TADS account with the same credentials you used this school year.
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For parents of sophomores and juniors -- if your child is planning to take a dual credit class or two, encourage him/her to register before school ends. Registration doesn’t end until August, but Mrs. Jaeger has seen multiple students not be able to take a class they wanted because they didn’t register early enough. Registration can be accomplished through this link.
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GPL Golf Open Fundraiser- July 12, 2021 |
With the warmer weather our thoughts turn towards summer and for GPL that means it is time to prepare for the annual Golf Open. This year registration and payment for the open can now be done online using the bidpal platform that we have utilized this year for Fall Festival and our Finishing Touches campaign. You will find all the information you need and be able to register at this link.
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Scrip is Available for Gifts this Spring |
Do you have a confirmand or a graduate you would like to remember with a gift this spring? The Scrip program has a variety of gifts cards available. You can see what is available HERE. Download the RaiseRight App on your phone to order right away or place your order in the office at GPLHS. |
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May 20..........Arbor Day
May 21...........Exams, Spring Awards 4pm, Kaleidoscope Concert 7pm
May 22...........Graduation 10:00am
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Two Week View
Click the image above to access the latest Two Week View.
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Live Stream
Click the image above for access to our Live Stream.
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Online Calendar
Click the image above to access our Online Calendar.
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Shop with Scrip
Click the image above to access forms and updates for Shop with Scrip.
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Quote of the Week: "The person who gives their best, you can ask nothing more. What does your best look like? Let’s finish with our best." - Kris Hogan
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Our Mission
Great Plains Lutheran High School provides a Christ-centered education to assist families in nurturing students as lifelong disciples of Christ
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