It has been quite a week managing the cold temperatures. We are aware of the communication issues with our Gradelink system and are working to get those resolved. In the meantime, weather related messages will be sent through a different system which should get to everyone. Next week appears to be much warmer, so there should be no weather-related communications in the near future.
Our art teacher, Ms. Bodem, has found a full-time job and will no longer be able to teach art at Grace. If you know of someone who would be a good fit for this part-time position, please have them contact me at bkoehne@graceriverforest.org. Classes are taught in the afternoons on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday.
Enrollment for next school year is reserved for current families through January 31. We then open up enrollment to new families. If you have any questions regarding the re-enrollment process, please contact Ana Garcia at agarcia@graceriverforest.org.
Graceful Evening is our biggest fundraiser of the school year. This dinner-auction for adults will be at the 19 th Century Club in Oak Park on March 9. Tickets are available for purchase at gracefulevening@graceriverforest.org. Consider getting a table or two of parents from your child’s class together for this event. It is always more fun with people you know, and a great way to continue to build community within the class.
Enjoy your weekend. Stay warm!
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Re-enrollment is here!! Information should be in your inbox. The deadline for completing the re-enrollment process is January 31. If you're considering enrolling another student at Grace this fall, please fill out their application as soon as possible using this link: https://graceriverforest.schooladminonline.com/
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We extend a warm invitation to all our wonderful Grace parents to be a part of our annual school open house. Your support is invaluable in making the event a success. Together, let's showcase the vibrant community spirit that defines Grace Lutheran School. Please consider signing up for volunteer opportunities – your contribution makes a meaningful difference. |
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Taste for Grace, Wine Donation Party - January 19, 7pm (adults only) |
Join hosts Josh & Joanna Schubkegel for a fun evening of wine tasting and fellowship. Hors d'oeuvres, wines, and desserts will be served. Please bring a bottle of wine valued above $30.00 to donate to the Graceful Evening wine pull! |
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Family Super Ball - February 2, 6-8pm
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Join us for this year's family dance - the Super Ball! Wear your favorite team colors or jersey and come for a night of dinner and dancing!
Cost is $20 per family (cash or card at the event). RSVP by January 29.
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To sign up, click the button below. You will need to enter the course code GLU2.8.24 to register. Please register by 8pm on 1/31 for the early bird price of $125.00
Schedule: 7 Thursdays, February 8th - March 28th, 3:10 PM - 4:10 PM
No class: 2/29
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Bourbon Tasting and Donation Party - February 3, 7pm (adults only) |
Please join hosts Cheryl & Ed Bourelly (Maya, 6th) and Aimée and Marcus Davis (Esmé, 5th and Aïda, 8th) for the evening to sample a variety of bourbons to benefit Grace school. We will provide the bourbons to taste, and you bring one unopened bottle (per couple) of bourbon, whiskey or scotch valued at $40 or more. |
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There has been a recent influx of migrants to Oak Park/Chicago. Local churches, including Grace Lutheran, are committed to providing for needs on the ground level, If you are interested in up-to-date information on items needed for migrants, please visit the Grace Links tab (there is a collection bin in the atrium).
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Basketball Concession Help |
Please sign up to help make Grace Basketball a success! We need help setting up, selling and cleaning up for concessions. No experience required. You don’t need to be on the team to participate.
Students can earn service hours also!
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We invite you to join us for this year’s Graceful Evening on Saturday, March 9 at the 19th Century Club in Oak Park. Our annual gala is a much-anticipated event filled with fun, fellowship, cocktails, a sit-down dinner and our famous Dessert Dash. As our largest fundraiser of the year, it also includes a silent auction, raffles, wine & whiskey pulls and a paddle raise – all to raise money to support Grace Lutheran School's classrooms, faculty and students.
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Tickets are on sale now at graceful2024.givesmart.com. There are several other ways to support Graceful Evening: you can become a sponsor, buy an ad, donate a silent auction or volunteer. Room parents will be sharing more information about the silent auction and volunteer opportunities in the coming weeks.
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Our mission at Grace Lutheran Church and School is to bring in, build up, and send out disciples for Jesus Christ.
Our school prepares children for a life of discipleship by helping them to grow in faith, knowledge, and character.
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Grace Lutheran Church and School | 708-366-6900 | www.graceriverforest.org |
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