October 20, 2023

In our weekly newsletter, Paw Prints, you will find:

• Wildcats in the News
• Important All-School Announcements, Japonica Announcements and University Announcements
• Links to calendars
• Wildcat Cafe information & links
• Online Campus Store information & link
• Church Information
• Ways that you can help SLES

FROM THE DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

When is Give Day? 

November 2, 2023

What is Give Day?

Give Day is a 24-hour online fundraising campaign aimed to bring the St. Luke’s Epsicopal School community together. The goals are to increase engagement and drive philanthropic donations to the school. 

Why?

Simply put, tuition doesn’t cover the cost of educating our students. Give Day provides an opportunity for us to join together to provide our students the resources they need to be successful in college and in life. 

What’s the Goal?

$45,000

We would like to express our deepest gratitude to all of the volunteers and sponsors who helped make Casino Night 2023 a success. All of St. Luke's students and faculty benefit from your dedication and compassion. Your time and commitment are sincerely appreciated, and we could not have done it without you. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you!

Support St. Luke's with purchases from the following:

Club Publix School Rewards

https://clubpublix.com/

Office Max / Office Depot Rewards program

Use our school ID school ID 70001700 at checkout

General Mills Box Tops for Education

download app or visit

https://www.boxtops4education.com/s/

Raise Right Gift Card program

To enroll: 

https://www.raiseright.com/enroll/

Use ENROLLMENT CODE: 16C3EC345153

Click here for the Development Webpage

ST. LUKE'S DAY 2023

This week, we celebrated the feast of St. Luke. St. Luke is the author of the Gospel According to Luke and the Acts of the Apostles and one of the most literary New Testament writers. Saint Luke is the patron saint of physicians, surgeons and artists. He accompanied St. Paul on a considerable part of his missionary journey. Luke was the first Christian physician on record and was one of the first converts to Christianity.

The Japonica Campus celebrated St. Luke's Day with a parade and cupcakes while the University Campus celebrated with ice cream and toppings!

Click here for St. Luke's Day Video

STEM(M) AT ST. LUKE'S: FEATURING NEUROKINESIOLOGY IN PE

Recently, the physical education faculty from both campuses took part in a professional development session about physical activities that promote neuromotor maturity. The session was led by Erin Reilly, PhD, and Tiffany Higgenbotham, MS, DPT, who are co-founders of NeuroKinetic Solutions and the creators of the Brain Pump curriculum. They use fun and movement to encourage healthy brain development through neurokinesiology. During the session, they focused on the vestibular system (inner ear/balance), proprioceptive system (spatial awareness), and the oculomotor system (eye), which are responsible for most of the stimuli that the brain receives. Our excellent teachers have already begun implementing many of the exercises and techniques that were demonstrated, and they now have access to new equipment, fresh ideas, and a greater understanding of the neuroscience behind the critical skills they are teaching.

ST. LUKE'S ALUM/RED BEARD'S OUTFITTER OWNER COLLABORATES WITH ART CLASS FOR UNIQUE PRODUCT DESIGN

Garrett Smith, a SLES alumnus and owner of Red Beard's Outfitter, recently visited the Art 2/3 class to share his expertise on product design. As part of his collaboration with the students, they are working together to create a unique design for a product he plans to carry in his store. Additionally, Mr. Smith's daughter attends SLES' Japonica location, making this partnership all the more special.

LIFE-SIZE OPERATION GAME IS A FUN TEACHING TOOL FOR ST. LUKE'S FUTURE SURGEONS

Our future surgeons have a blast while improving their dexterity and hand-eye coordination with our life-sized Operation game built by our talented University Campus students!

MAKE NO BONES ABOUT, ST. LUKE'S STUDENTS HAVE AN ADVANTAGE

It's clear that St. Luke's students gain a significant advantage by having the extra "M" in STEM(M), which stands for "medical." The biomedical science lab is a place where students eagerly anticipate exploring, learning, and expanding their knowledge

ST. LUKE'S SOPHOMORES WIN FIRST PLACE IN IVY 2023 TIKTOK CHALLENGE CHALLENGE FOR VOTER EDUCATION

Cain Matthews and Rishi Gupta, two sophomores from St. Luke's, recently participated in the Increasing Voting Youth (IVY) 2023 TikTok Challenge, sponsored by the League of Women Voters. Despite being the only high school students among a group of collegiate participants, they submitted a winning video. The challenge aimed to guide first-time voters through the voting process and foster awareness and education among young voters. Cain and Rishi's success in clinching first place is a testament to their impressive talents and dedication to civic engagement.

SUCCESS FOR ST. LUKE'S SPEECH AND DEBATE TEAM AT THE BIG GUMP SPEECH TOURNAMENT

Our Speech and Debate team recently participated in the Big Gump Speech Tournament at Montgomery Academy, which marked the second event of the season. It was an exciting debut for Lottie Perloff and Jenna Simpson, who participated in the tournament for the first time. Jenna Simpson earned a remarkable 3rd place in Poetry, whereas Evelyn Cummings secured 2nd place in Humorous Interpretation. In addition, Joshua Le and Evelyn won 1st place in Duo Acting, adding to our team's success!

ST. LUKE'S MARCHING BAND SUCCESS!

The St. Luke's Wildcat Marching Band had a fantastic day at the University of South Alabama Marching Band Championship. They enjoyed watching 8 other bands perform and also won trophies to bring home to St. Luke’s, 2nd place percussion and drum major! Go Wildcats! 

PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT....ZOMBIES!

St. Luke's Center Stage students have been working around the clock to prepare for their "10 Ways to Survive" performance this Saturday and Sunday! Sophomore, Emma Trammell practices zombie makeup techniques.

ROBOTICS TEAM PREPARES FOR COMPETITION NOVEMBER 4th

St. Luke's Robotic Team has been working diligently to craft a robot. It's not too late to join the team before their competition on November 4th at the University of West Florida! Email dfriedlander@slesmobile.org to learn more!

ST. LUKE‘S CENTER STAGE PRESENTS: "10 WAYS TO SURVIVE" THIS WEEKEND - OCTOBER 21st & 22nd

St. Luke’s Center Stage will present “10 Ways to Survive” October 21st at 6:30 p.m. and October 22 at 4:00 p.m. in the University Campus Auditorium. Tickets are available online or at the door! Click HERE to purchase tickets now!

CENTER STAGE CHEESECAKE FUNDRAISER - ORDER BEFORE OCTOBER 27th

We apologize for the link not working on the previous correspondence. We have tracked the problem specifically to our email marketing software, Constant Contact. Should you have any further problems opening the link, please contact the email address below. Thank you!

You've been waiting all year and it's finally here! It's Cheesecake time!

Support our Center Stage Theater with your order of delectable cheesecakes that will arrive just in time for the Thanksgiving Holidays. Cheesecakes make a great gift and a perfect easy dish to take to your Thanksgiving gathering. They can be frozen for up to one year or placed in the refrigerator for two weeks. You can order between October 16-27.

Orders must be picked up on Wednesday, November 15th, at the University Campus from 3:15-5:30 p.m.

Click HERE for cheesecake order form & to pay via the "Buy Now" link provided at the bottom of the form.

If you have any questions, please email leanaott@gmail.com.

Thank you for supporting St. Luke's.

HOMECOMING 2023 INFORMATION

Are you ready to "Cage the Bulldogs?"

Click here for Homecoming 2023 Information

JAPONICA CAMPUS FALL FEST OCTOBER 26th 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Mark your calendars for Fall Fest! Information below for volunteer opportunities & Trunk or Treat guidelines. **Please note that SL+ pickup will be on the Azalea Road side due to Trunk or Treat set-up.

ST. LUKE'S MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL PREVIEW DAY FOR CURRENT & PROSPECTIVE FAMILIES - NOVEMBER 10

Interested in visiting St. Luke's incredible Middle and High School? Come see what all of the buzz is about on November 10th. You are invited to our Veterans Day Program hosted by the Fine & Performing Arts Department at 8:00 a.m. followed by our student-led STEM(M) Summit in the NEW STEM(M) Center! You may drop in at the STEM(M) Center anytime between 9:30-11:00 a.m. Don't forget.... at St. Luke's STEM(M) includes "MEDICAL!" We can't wait to show you "WHY" St. Luke's! Call 251-661-2991 if you have any questions.

Please share with anyone that you know may be interested in St. Luke's!

ST. LUKE'S VETERANS DAY CELEBRATIONS - NOVEMBER 10th

Join us for our University Campus Veterans Day Salute on November 10th at 8:00 a.m. There is a special Veterans Breakfast for our students and their veterans from 7:00-7:45 a.m. We are also hosting a special student-led STEM(M) Summit after the Veterans Day Program that you may attend, drop in from 9:30-11:00 a.m.

and/or

Join us for our Japonica Campus Veterans Day Program hosted by our 5th grade on November 10th at 10:00 a.m. A reception for our Veterans and their families immediately following the program.

Click here for the Veterans Day RSVP Form due by November 3rd

Click here for Japonica Campus Announcements & Important Dates

Click here for University Campus Announcements & Important Dates

Click here for the All-School Google Calendar

Click here for the 2023-2024 Academic Calendar

Click here for Football Schedule



Click here for XC Schedule

Click here for Basketball Schedules

Click here to add money to your student account

K2-5th Grade CLICK HERE for Helpful Tips and Information about the lunch program

Click here for K2/K3 October Menu

Click here for K2/K3 October Order Form

Click here for K4-5th Grade October Menu

Click here for K4 October Order Form

Click here for K5-5th Grade October Order Form

Click here for University Campus October Menu

Cheryl Brown

Director of Dining Services

St. Luke’s Episcopal School

cbrown@slesmobile.org

251-666-2991 Ext 8130

Cell 404-403-6688

ST. LUKE'S ONLINE CAMPUS STORE - NEW ITEMS LISTED

All proceeds of the Online Campus Store go to school programs and supplies.

We will deliver purchases to your student unless you request to pick-up.

*Please don't forget to leave your student's name and grade level during the checkout process so that we know which campus to deliver to. Thank you for having Wildcat Spirit and supporting SLES!

Click here to shop!

NEED ST. LUKE'S ATHLETIC WEAR? SHOP HERE!

Click the link below to shop for additional St. Luke's merch!

Click here for link to BSN Store

ST. LUKE'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH WEEKLY NEWS

 Sunday Schedule

Worship Services – 7:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.

Adult Education Class – 8:45 a.m.

Children’s Sunday School (k4-5^th grade) – 10:00 a.m.

Youth Sunday School (6^th-12^th grade) – 10:00 a.m.

Youth Outing every Sunday at 11:15 a.m. (bowling, laser tag, mini golf, explore downtown, and more!)

Weekly Services:

Mondays: Morning Prayer at 8:30 a.m.

Wednesdays: Evening Prayer at 5:30 p.m.

First Wednesday of every Month: Healing Service at 12:00 p.m.

WAYS THAT YOU CAN HELP SLES AT NO COST TO YOU!

Shopping with Scrip, Publix, Office Depot & Box Tops!

Click here for Ways that You Can Help!