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Volume 2, Issue 5 Principal’s Ponderings December 2016 “Silent Night, Holy Night”….in your mind did you start to complete the next beloved lyrics? Isn’t this a most wonderful time of year? For so many people, and definitely for myself, the music of Christmas season is one of the best traditions of the celebration that we partake in this month. Grow- ing up in Colorado, participating in the church Christmas program was just what we did. Practicing the songs, the pageant, and the readings were all part of our Saturday mornings (we didn’t have a Lutheran grade school, so I was part of the Sunday school group that put on the program). We looked forward to the Sunday evening presentation and the explosion of excitement for that evening. Afterwards, we would share in a party atmos- phere (birthday party?) as the paper bags filled with apples and hard can- dies and nuts were handed out to the participants. Isn’t it amazing how memories of this season so easily flood back when we listen to the songs of the season? And isn’t is fantastic how the Holy Spirit uses spirit-filled songs throughout our secular society to plant the incredible truth of the real reason for the season in everyone’s minds as those songs reverberate through the mall or are even played on regular radio stations. As you wander around hearing, humming, and singing those cherished melodies that can take you back in time while expressing the love of the present instance of festivity, please do lift up your thanks to our Lord for all of the blessings that come our way through His gift of sal- vation that was found in a manger almost 2000 years ago. We certainly hope and pray for everyone that you and your family are blessed during this Christmas season. 3500 W. Washington Street, Springfield IL 62711-7922 Phone: 217-546-6363 Fax: 217-546-6489 Email: [email protected] ACT School Code: 143-963 Principal: Glenn Rollins ext. 117 Bookkeeper : Julie Watson ext. 138 Athletic Director: Katie McCulley ext. 157 Fundraising and Events: Kim Haynes ext. 138 Guidance Director: Mary Burch ext. 112 Admissions Office: Clayton James ext. 138 Guidance Counselor: Kim O’Connell ext. 131 Administrative Assistant: Jodie Conner ext. 117 Ledger December 2016 Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the Faculty and Staff of Lutheran High School Although there will not be set office hours over break, we will be checking voicemail on weekdays from Dec 23rd to Jan 3rd. Year-end charitable donations may still be made and In the event of a school closing, the credited for the tax year 2016 by dating your check announcement will be made on WICS on or before Dec 31st, and mailing it to the school or (NewsChannel 20), and radio sta- bringing it in after break. tions: WTAX, WMAY and WLUJ. Ledger December 2016 GOOD DEEDS LIST The Good Deeds list identifies students who were ob- served assisting others or the school. The students noted for the month of November are: Michael Benning Cheer Squad and Coaches Jon Wheeler Lynsie Benning Taegun Eimer November Academic November Activity Spotlights November Athletic Spotlights Spotlights shined on: shined on: shined on: November 2nd November 2nd November 2nd Freshman Lauren Kooi Our awesome volleyball fans. The girls’ volleyball team Thank you for your support! November 10th Sophomore Jacquelynn Cox November 10th The volleyball team for reaching the Sophomore Brandon Wheeler Our amazing volleyball fans, espe- Elite 8 in the State of Illinois out of Senior Jaylynn Schackel cially the great sportsmanship- 178 teams. This is an incredible November 10th shown by our student fan base, accomplishment by these young who, along with Stewardson- women and their coaches! Junior Drew Cowles Strasburg, were recognized by the November 18th Senior Lauren Madonia IHSA. Senior Kaitlyn Wiegand, basketball, Senior Ian Goulden The students who volunteered at for 12 points, 6 rebounds, and 1 November 18th the LSA Elementary Volleyball assist. She played solid defense on Tournament Freshman Kyleigh McCormick Illini Central’s best player. Our Art Club members for their Sophomore Zach Broughton hard work making decorations for Sophomore Jillian McCarty LuHi’s tree at the Festival of Trees Senior Katie Elmore November 18th Senior Alec Biggs The Student Council for excellent participation, behavior, leadership and consistent positive attitude during the Festival of Trees service day. They represented LuHi well to the Springfield community. Ledger December 2016 National Honor Society Fall Induction Eight new members were inducted into the Lutheran High Chapter of the National Honor Society during a ceremony held on Sunday, November 20th. The new members include: Colin Gwillim, Jared Roland, Maddy Eck, Rachal Ramey, Maggie George, Lizzy George, Ben Agard, Trevor Wilcoxen. After the ceremony, a social hour was held in honor of the new members and to thank parents/guardians for sharing these students with us. College Signings Have Begun!! Thank you to our Senior Volleyball girls for an “edge-of-our-seat” season! Above: Seton Tournoux signs her Na- tional Letter of Intent to play volleyball at Upper Iowa University in Fayette, IA. Left: Kaitlyn Wiegand signs her Nation- al Letter of Intent to play volleyball at Blackburn College in Carlinville, IL. **These pictures and many others may be found on Lutheran High School’s Facebook page.** Ledger December 2016 Crusader of the Month for November The November and December Crusader of the Month will be published in January’s Ledger. We are thankful for the time, talents, pray- ers and treasures of our many Lutheran High supporters. If you are considering a donation this Christmas season, please consider a gift to Lutheran High. With your gift of $50 or more, you will receive a LuHi ornament (similar to the one pictured here.) Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Ledger December 2016 DECEMBER 10 Cookie Walk - 8-11am 15 Christmas Music Concert - 7pm 20-22 Semester Exams (Exam Schedule Attached) 23-Jan 3 Christmas Break JANUARY 1-3 Christmas Break 7 Elementary Spelling Bee 16 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - NO School 26 Girls Basketball SENIOR NIGHT 2016-2017 Ledger Deadlines August 9 February 3 September 2 March 3 October 4 April 4 November 4 May 4 December 5 June 5 January 6 June 28(summer mailing) “Friends, Romans, Countrymen: lend me your ears!” Well, it should really be “friends, Greeks, Thank you to Crusaders: lend me your ears!” We are official- those who drove ly announcing the theme for the upcoming the Comparative Christmas Dance 2016: Corinthian Cotillion! Religion students Escape the hustle and mayhem of the 21st centu- to the Jewish ry holiday hurry and come gaze at Greek col- synagogue on November 29th: umns, statuary, and abundant splendor while lis- Jackie Davis, Joy Wagner, Mary tening to the soothing waters flowing from the Miller, Sue Elmore, Donet George, Grecian fountain. Then dance your cares away Lisa Matchett, Lisa Steelman, Julie after a gracious dinner. Tickets are now on sale Eck, Shelley Wheeler, Val Ramey, in the office for $45 per person. To reserve your Phil Limper, & Kim Carpenter. We special place at the Corinthian Cotillion on appreciate that you made this field December 22nd from 6-11pm, you must have trip possible! your money when you sign up and you must choose a table as well. Seats are first come, first served. Ledger December 2016 Bible Bowl Results 5th Grade 6th Grade 7th Grade 8th Grade 1. OS, Springfield 1. St. John, Champaign 1. OS, Springfield 1. Trinity, Springfield 2. St. John, Champaign 2. OS, Springfield 2. St. John, Champaign 2. St. John, Champaign 3. St. Peter, St. Peter 3. Trinity, Springfield 3. Trinity, Springfield 3. Salem, Jacksonville 4. Trinity, Springfield 4. Salem, Jacksonville 4. St. Peter, St. Peter 4. OS, Springfield 5. Salem, Jacksonville 5. Zion, Lincoln Thank you to all participants for coming together at Lutheran High to demon- strate your years of learning, courage to stand before others, and acknowledge- ment of God’s grace in your life; and thank you to the parents for allowing us to share your students for the morning. We thank Mr. Kammerlohr, LuHi’s Bible Bowl director, and our volunteers who make this annual competition a success. Crusader Aider News Our next meeting is January 11th at 7pm. LuHi’s Student Council completed another success- We welcome Claudia Kirby as the new ful community service event on November 16th as secretary of the Crusader Aider board. they spent the day assisting others at Memorial’s Festival of Trees. Thank you to those who purchased wreaths. Your purchase directly supports the Crusader Aiders’ work on behalf of the Lutheran High’s Corinthian Cotillion—themed students and teachers at LuHi! Christmas Dance will take place on December 22nd A BIG Thank You to everyone for all of at Poe’s on the Hill (295 E Andrew Rd, Springfield ). their hard work so far this year. Tickets are $45 per person and may be purchased in the school office. Money and table sign up is Have a Merry Christmas required at the time of purchase. The deadline is and a Thursday, Dec. 15th. Happy New Year! Crusader Aiders Ledger December 2016 Congratulations to the following Seniors in the Ele- NHS Canned Food Drive ments of Writing class who placed in the local VFW essay contest - My Re- The annual National Honor Society sponsibility to America. Canned Food Drive was held November 1-9, 2016. Over 2,000 non-perishable food items were collected and delivered 3rd - Jackie Eck to Inner City Mission, Springfield. The Sophomore class will receive a break the 2nd - Katie Elmore dress code day for donating over 1,000 1st - Victoria Hollinshead non-perishable food items.