The Charger
May 7, 2004


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PRINCIPALLY SPEAKING: The school year is coming to a close, but we are busily looking at next year. One thing that would help us greatly for next year is to increase enrollment for both preschools, as well as the day school. Most importantly, this would give us the opportunity to teach more children about Jesus, but it would also reduce the cost of teaching each child. By reducing cost we are not forced to increase fees as much, and it would take some of the financial responsibility off the congregation.   
    Concordia has instituted a new policy that hopefully will help our current families financially as well as increase our enrollment. This policy will be in effect until June 22, at which time it may be modified, discontinued, or expanded. Here’s how it works. We will offer to any Preschool or Day School parents/guardians a voucher if they bring into the school a new family. If the child entering the school is in the part day preschool program, the voucher will be for $50. If the child will be in the all day preschool or day school, the voucher will be for $100. There will be a limit of 2 vouchers for each new family. For example, if Family A brings us a new family of 4 children, Family A will receive 2 vouchers only. Family A can, however, recruit additional families and receive additional vouchers for each family with the limit of 2 for the same family. The vouchers are non-transferable to other families.
    Also the new family must have their child enrolled and attending for three months before vouchers will be awarded. The new family must designate during the initial interview or subsequent interview with the secretary, teacher, or principal which family told them about the school so the voucher can be awarded properly.    
    The following types will be considered exceptions and not included in the voucher program:
A family who has a parent or guardian that is a member of Concordia who has always wanted to send their child to the preschool or day school.
A family who has other children already attending the preschool or day school.
A family who has a child that has graduated from the preschool and is enrolling in the day school.
    As we continue to prepare for next school year, help us find more students who can also “grow in grace and knowledge.” Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them. For the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” Matthew 19:14
                                            Dan Henschen

REGISTRATION: Please remember that registration for K-8 for the 2004-2005 school year is Sunday, May 23, from 11:30 - 1:00. Please make every effort to come. If you are unable to register on May 23, please notify the school office.

2003 MATH CONTEST: On Saturday, April 24, Lutheran High sponsored the annual area wide Math Contest. Schools competed in the following areas: Whole Numbers, Measurement, Fractions, Geometry, Decimals & Percents, and Brain Teasers. We extend our thanks and congratulations to our 2 teams for participating and representing our school. Our teams included in Grade 7 - Cody C. , Cale N., Amy R., and Steven S.; and Grade 8 - Bryan C. and Kasie M.. Both teams placed third in the competition. Congratulations to all participants!

TRANSPORTATION REIMBURSEMENT FORMS: The Illinois Transportation Reimbursement forms are in. Parents may come in anytime during office hours to fill out the form. These forms must be filled out in the office and cannot be sent home. Please remember, you need to know the number of miles from home to school one way. Please come in and fill out your forms by May 28.


LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL GARAGE SALE: Are you starting your spring cleaning? Make sure you save those “treasures” for the 6th Annual Lutheran High School Garage Sale!

    When: Friday, June 18, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
               Saturday, June 19, 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
    Where: Concordia Gymnasium

Items may be dropped off at Concordia after May 21st.

Questions? Call Patty H. & Kathy S. at 529-3309 (Day) or Kathy, 529-6502, & Patty, 529-7347, at home.

CAMPBELL SOUP LABELS: If you have been collecting Campbell Soup labels, now is the time to turn them in! The faculty will be choosing items for the school Each classroom is collecting the soup labels and other collectibles. Please send these items with your child by the last day of school. Then...keep collecting through the summer for next school year’s choices. Thank you to all who saved collectibles for our school.

SCHOOL PICNIC: We will have a combined school and church picnic on Saturday, May 15, from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM at Center Park across the street from the zoo. There will be games for both children and adults. There will be no swimming. All table service, hamburgers, hot dogs and drinks will be provided. Since this is also a potluck, please bring a meat dish and another dish to pass. (Those with last names beginning with A-L please bring a salad or vegetable dish, M-Z please bring a dessert or a snack.) Bring lawn chairs for your seating comfort. Mark this date and join us for fun and fellowship. In case of rain, we will meet in the gym.

SPRING ACTIVITY: Thanks to all who helped with our farming spring activity. A special thanks to Kathy Smith and Denise Bandelow for coordinating the activity.

EIGHTH GRADE GRADUATION: Graduation will be held at 7:00 on the last day of school, May 28.

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Calendar

5/7            Spring Activity
            1:00         Early Dismissal        
5/8       9:00        LSA Track Meet
5/9            Mother’s Day
            8:15         Grades 5-8 Choir sings in the early service
5/13    5:30        P.T.L. Meeting
5/15    10:00-2:00    Church and School Picnic at Center Park
5/15-16 9:00        State Track Meet at River Forest
5/20-22         8th Grade Class Trip
5/23    11:30-1:00    Registration for Preschool– Grade8 for the 2004-2005 school year
5/28    11:30        Last day of school — school dismissed
            7:00         8th Grade Graduation
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QUOTABLE QUOTES:

TEN RULES FOR A GOOD DAY

1.    TODAY I WILL NOT STRIKE BACK:
    If someone is rude, if someone is impatient, if someone is unkind...I will not respond in like manner.

2.    TODAY I WILL ASK GOD TO BLESS MY ”ENEMY”:
    If I come across someone who treats me harshly or unfairly, I will quietly ask God to bless that individual. I understand the “enemy” could be a family member, neighbor, co-worker, or a stranger.

3.    TODAY I WILL BE CAREFUL ABOUT WHAT I SAY:
    I will carefully choose and guard my words being certain that I do not spread gossip.

4.    TODAY I WILL GO THE EXTRA MILE:
    I will find ways to help share the burden of another person.

5,    TODAY I WILL FORGIVE:
    I will forgive any hurts or injuries that come my way.

6.    TODAY I WILL DO SOMETHING NICE FOR SOMEONE, BUT I WILL DO IT SECRETLY:   
    I will reach out anonymously and bless the life of another.

7.    TODAY I WILL TREAT OTHERS THE WAY I WISH TO BE TREATED:
    I will practice the Golden Rule - “Do unto others as I would have them do unto me” - with everyone I encounter.

8.    TODAY I WILL RAISE TH SPIRITS OF SOMEONE WHO IS DISCOURAGED:
    My smile, my words, my expression of support, can make the difference to someone who is wrestling life.

9.    TODAY I WILL NURTURE MY BODY:
    I will eat less; I will eat only healthy foods. I will thank God for my body.

10.    TODAY I WILL GROW SPIRITUALLY:
    I will spend more time in prayer today. I will set aside time to read God’s Word. I will set aside time for personal devotions.

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CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL
Est. 1931

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