The Charger
May 15, 2009

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May 15, 2009

The school year is coming to a close, but our children’s education should never stop. Summer vacation should be a time for our children to worship regularly and to attend Sunday School. It is also a time for families to make trips to the library and spend time reading; and for all the family members to be assigned chores so we can learn to work together.

God bless you all this summer and let us all remember: 
“Jesus is our strength” not just this school year but always.

-Dan Henschen

Schwans Fundraiser: Congratulations to the winner of April’s popsicle contest: the kindergarten, 1st & 2nd, and 5th & 6th grade classes had a three way tie! The next event will be Wednesday, May 27th (the last day of school): 10:00-1:00pm in the large parking lot. Our goal for May is $2,500.00. You can get books and order forms on the narthex table, in the office or from Amy Morgan. A percentage of the proceeds will go to Concordia Lutheran. 
Questions? Contact: Amy Morgan at: 529-3309.

May Chapel Offerings

The May chapel offerings are going to Christ Lutheran School in Jacob, Illinois, which was damaged in a storm recently. The gym was totally destroyed and a tree landed on the school. Thank God that the school children and teachers were unhurt as they were in an inner room during the storm. Our offerings in May, as well as a collection of balls, jump ropes, hula hoops and other gym toys will be sent there to help them in their recovery from the storm. 
2009-2010 School Year: Please invite anyone you know who would like to have their 3year old children—8th grader enroll in our Christian pre-school and grade school. Registration for the 2009-2010 school year will be held in the church overflow on May 17th from 11am-1pm. If you can’t make that date please stop by the Church & School office and register soon. Questions? Please feel free to call us at 529-3309, or stop by. 
We are looking forward to another great school year!

This is the last Charger of the School year but to keep updated on the goings on here you can always reference our website at: concordiaspfld.org. Anytime you have a question please do not hesitate to call the office. We hope to see all of you in Sunday School and Church this summer and we look forward to seeing all of you next school year! 

Your Child’s Christian Education does not have to end with the end of school. As always, you can bring your children to Sunday School and Church. This summer, there is also Vacation Bible School to help enrich your child’s Christian education and have great fun doing it. The dates for VBS are July 19-23 from 6-8pm. Sunday school is for children of all ages and adults and is held on Sunday at 9:00am. Our Church Services are held Saturday at 5:30pm and Sunday at 10:00am. Hope to see all of you here this summer to share in the love of Jesus Christ. 
-Thank you, Sharon & Lora
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Your Would Be Greatly Appreciated!

*When cleaning out your old “Stuff”, Please think of Concordia. Our classrooms are in need of your donations. If you are trying to get rid of any of these things or are at the store and see any of these items on sale, your help would be greatly appreciated. The needed items are:

Extended Care: any theme craft supplies, Nerf balls, Frisbees, Play dough and supplies
Preschool: 2-liter bottles and 12oz. bottles, old magazines (especially those with pictures of food)
Pre K: a bean bag chair (new or used), plastic coffee containers, empty and clean pudding/
Jell-O/land-o-lakes butter containers (oblong shape), old pants, (size 4/5), socks and 
underwear (boys and girls), plastic storage 
bags, brown and white paper lunch bags
3rd & 4th: glue sticks, loose leaf notebook paper, eraser caps

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Lutheran High School Garage Sale: 
Lutheran High will be holding a garage sale June 5-6. If you have items to donate, they need to be in by June 1st. The items need to be clean! No baby furniture, toys, strollers or car seats. If you have any questions, please call Kim Haynes at 546-6363 ext. 128. 
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Concordia Lutheran Pre-School Open Houses Please invite anyone you know who would like to have their 3-4 year old children attend our Christian pre-school. The next open house will be held at Concordia on May 21 from 4:30-6:30pm. 
Questions? Please feel free to call us at 529-3309, or stop by. 

We would love to visit with you and your child.

Student Transportation Reimbursement: If you must provide transportation to and from school, because free transportation is not available for your children, you may be eligible to receive money from the state to help offset some of the cost. Bus fares or mileage reimbursement for private automobiles is $0.505 per mile. In order to benefit from this program, you must fill out a claim form in the office. 
The deadline for claim forms for the 2008-2009 school year is June 30,2009!

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Classified Ad: Concordia Lutheran Church and School is seeking a Part-Time School Teacher for the 7th & 8th Grade classroom for the 2009-2010 school year. This is a salaried position and would involve working Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday afternoons. Subjects to be taught would include: Social Studies, Literature and Grammar. If you would be interested or know someone who might be, please contact Dan Henschen at 529-3309.

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Don’t forget to mark your calendars for the Church & School picnic to be held on Sunday, June 14th at approximately 11:30 after the church service.

Thank you to everyone who helped to make our Flower Power fundraiser such a big success. We sold over $3,800 - which is a profit of around $1,900 for our School.

We would like to extend our thank s to everyone who has helped out at the School this year, whether it be behind the scenes, in the classroom, drivers for field trips or at ball games. Your support and volunteer time is what makes our School the wonderful place it is. We hope everyone has a wonderful summer and we look forward to seeing everyone at the picnic!
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Music Note: Have a Student interested in Band next school year? - Watch for a flyer that will be sent home next week, from Mr. Schorfiede, with information about Band for the 2009-2010 school year.
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Summer Camp Information 

*Lutheran High: you can contact them at: 217-546-6363 or at their website which is: 
www.lutheranhs.pvt.k12.il.us

*Camp CILCA: you can contact them at 217-487-7497 or at their website which is: www.CILCA.org

Camp CILCA Annual Hog Roast
On May 24th, join in camp worship led by Rev. Johnson at 10:30, then enjoy the BBQ pork dinner from 11:30-2:00pm. Tickets are available at the door. The price is $7 for adults and $3 for children (age 4-12). Fishing and canoeing are available at no charge. To reserve a spot for the whole weekend, call: 487-7497.
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Please continue to save those tops and turn them into Concordia. It is a good way to earn some money to assist with the education of our children. For more information about the General Mills Box Tops, you can look on-line at: 
www.boxtops4education.com

Watch the State Journal Register for: “Kid Scoop” (published on Wednesdays)

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I am afraid of bees and wasps. What I do when I am afraid is 
I just try to forget about it and go on. I can help kids to not feel afraid by 
telling them to just ignore what they’re afraid of 
and continue what they are doing.
- Adam M. (5th Grade)

I am afraid of spiders, large bugs, heights and many other things. 
When I am scared I try to sing a happy song. I can help other kids to not be afraid 
by teaching them some of the happy songs I sing when I am afraid.
-Hanna W. (6th Grade)

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On Cinco de Mayo I would travel to Mexico to celebrate! I would congratulate the Mexicans for winning a fight over the French at Puebla in 1862.
-Hanna W. (6th Grade)

How I would celebrate Cinco de Mayo is I would dance and eat Mexican foods. 
I think it would be really cool to learn different Mexican dances 
and learn more about their culture. 
-Sierra G. (6th Grade)

At a Cinco de Mayo party I would make quesadillas, tacos and fajitas. 
I would also have chips and homemade salsa. I would wear an original Cinco de Mayo dress and bring some original instrument to play! 
-Mary W. (6th Grade)

What I would do at a Cinco de Mayo party is dance and play with friends. 
I would also listen to music. 
-Dylan W. (5th Grade)

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There was a cow named Nelly, she was really smelly. 
Her milk was so sour, it made us all cower and gave us aches in our belly.
-Michelle H. (6th Grade)

There once was a horse who was running of course. He was rearing to jump, 
but he fell right on his rump. Alas, he and I am to plump of course!
-Emily M. (6th Grade)

There was a boy, who went to the zoo, He had no idea what to do. 
The zoo was in Atlanta, he took some Mylanta, and went back home to Naloo!
-Adam M. (5th Grade)

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CONCORDIA LUTHERAN SCHOOL
Est. 1931

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