Announcements 4/3/24
LUNCH TODAY: Pasta Bowl & Bread Stick, Buffalo Chicken Tenders & FF, Pizza, Corn Dog & Sweet FF
LUNCH THURSDAY: JUMBO Chili Cheese Dog, Pizza, Cheeseburger & FF, Buffalo Crispy Chicken Sandwich & FF
DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
April 3, 2024
LUNCH TODAY: Pasta Bowl & Bread Stick, Buffalo Chicken Tenders & FF, Pizza, Corn Dog & Sweet FF
LUNCH THURSDAY: JUMBO Chili Cheese Dog, Pizza, Cheeseburger & FF, Buffalo Crispy Chicken Sandwich & FF
**Concessions will be serving sandwiches and wraps after school**
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
If you want to participate in mock trial, please attend the mock trial interest meeting on April 9th in room 117 at 3:20 pm. We will go over tryout information for the fall season. (4/9)
Service Hours Opportunity!
Discovery Charter School is in need of volunteers for their Spring Carnival, Owlapalooza. This will take place on Friday, April 19th and volunteers will be needed from 4:30pm-7:30pm. Contact Kristine Kise at kkise@dcslv.org to sign up. (4/18)
Congratulations to the following students and teacher for being nominated as student/teacher of the month for the Month of March:
students Antalya Cardon and Huba Hadju…teacher Mr. Morrill!!!
Save the Date! All 7th - 12th grade students are required to check back into campus before the 2024-2025 academic year begins. The date & time options for checking in at our #Crusader.ReConnect event are Aug 5-7, 2024 from noon - 3:30pm. #Crusader.ReConnect includes taking your yearbook photo, picking up your student ID, getting a parking pass, etc. Please see attached for more information. (4/30)
In case you didn't know . . . orientations at Faith Lutheran are all student led and student run. Remember all those students who helped you at your orientation when you first started at Faith Lutheran? That is the O-Cru (orientation crew)!
Students who have been recommended by faculty or admin should have received an email inviting them to apply to help welcome our new Faith Family members for academic year 2024-2025. Check your email! (4/12)
Hope and Care Outreach 5k
Hope and Care Outreach is hosting a 5k on April 13th at the Bruce Trent Park to raise money for solar panels for orphanage homes in Liberia. Join us in supporting this wonderful cause! If you are interested, you can sign up here
ATTENTION: WEDNESDAY APRIL 10TH 6:00 PM IN THE ARENA GYM FAITH LUTHERAN ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT WILL BE HOSTING A COLLEGE ATHLETIC RECRUITMENT SEMINAR FOR ALL INCOMING 9TH, 10TH AND 11TH GRADE ATHLETES AND THEIR PARENTS. MATTHEW GIRARDIN WILL BE SPEAKING ON MANY IMPORTANT TOPICS CONCERNING THE COMPLEX WORLD OF COLLEGE ATHLETE RECRUITING. Click link below for more information. https://forms.gle/Kx6Uc9qjDCUV8g376 (4/10)
Needed: Sound Engineer. Christ Lutheran Church (V) is in need of a Sunday Morning Worship sound “guy or girl” for its 10 am Praise Band Service.
If interested, please call Christ Lutheran 702.870.1422 and leave a message and they will reach out to talk about specifics. Or you may go to the church office at Christ Lutheran to inquire.
Sophomores & Juniors, if you have a cumulative unweighted gpa of 4.0, please check your emails regarding an invitation to apply for the Faith Lutheran Chapter of the National Honor Society. Applications close on April 17, 2024. (4/16)
International Travel Opportunities for 2025: Australia/New Zealand and Costa Rica!
Interested in traveling internationally with Faith Lutheran over Spring Break or Summer in 2025? Our new locations with our partner travel company, ACIS, were recently announced and signups have begun. Both trips are available for all students who will be in 9-12 grade next school year, 2024-2025. The Summer trip is available for next year's 8th graders, as well. Informational meetings will be held in person and over Zoom in the coming weeks- check your email!
Both trips will be open for registration until they reach 35 student participants, so register soon if you are interested, before we fill-up! Only a deposit is required at the time of registration! Please email alex.klenz@flhsemail.org or giesekeg@flhsemail.org for more information.
Spring Break: Link to register for Australia/NZ
Summer Trip: Link to register for Costa Rica
The American Suicide Prevention Foundation focuses on eliminating the loss of life from suicide through prevention programs, public education, and support for those who have lost someone to suicide. Each state chapter hosts an annual walk to raise awareness about suicide and the help available through the foundation. The Southern Nevada walk will be held next month and they would love to have Faith students participate.
Out of the Darkness Suicide Prevention Walk
Saturday, April 27, 2024
Sunset Regional Park,
Las Vegas, NV
Registration opens at 9 AM
Walk begins at 10 AM
If you would like to walk, you can register here. If you need service hours, help is needed. Here is the link to sign up: https://volunteersignup.org/FH3L8 Contact Mrs. Burns at burnsc@flhsemail.org with any questions. (4/26)
Thank you for participating in the Books 4 the Kids. which supports the non-profit organization Cure 4 the Kids. This non-profit foundation helps children receive cancer treatments and the latest and most current treatments for specialized diseases. During treatment, the kids are provided with supplies such as books and craft supplies. Cure 4 the Kids is currently experiencing a shortage of books for patients to read during their infusions. If you can donate, please drop off books (children through young adult) or craft supplies in the donation boxes located near the Shield store and the Homestretch Greenhouse drop off locations. (4/5)
Calling all rising Juniors and Seniors for the 2024/2025 school year! The FBI Teen Academy is a two-day program that allows high school students an opportunity to get a comprehensive look into today's FBI. Students are provided with several
presentations on topics including terrorism, cybercrime, public corruption, evidence response, SWAT, and the day-to-day operations of a typical FBI office. Please see attached flier for information. (4/12)
Service Hour Opportunity!! The Hundley Foundation's Walk for Epilepsy is coming up on Saturday, April 20th and is in need of volunteers! For more information, please contact sasha@hundleyfoundation.org and see the attached flier. (4/20)
Tuesdays with Taylor - The Eras Bible Study
Come join Miss Becky for a Taylor Swift themed Bible Study. We will meet in portable 66 every Tuesday morning from 8am-8:30am. Breakfast snacks will be provided! Questions? Email becky.chaplin@faithlasvegas.org
Be a mentor to a middle schooler working on the yearbook. Guide them in recognizing a good photo or help them with loading and opening a google drive on a laptop. Thursdays in rm 220 from 3:25-4:45. Contact Jodi.snodgrass@flhsemail.org for more details.
Grief in Common - This group is open to any student who is working through loss. We meet every Tuesday from 8am-845am. Please contact Mrs. Burns (burnsc@flhsemail.org) if you are interested in joining.
HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS
HS Sports Reminders
2023/2024 School Year
Aktivate:
If you are planning on participating in High School Sports, please complete your Aktivate registration for the 2023/2024 school year ASAP. The website is as follows: aktivate.com
HS Sports Physicals – Please use NEW NIAA Physical forms as of 4/1/23:
You can obtain the most current physical forms/instructions from Crusader Connect, Resources Page, under MS/HS Sports Registration Information.
Aktivate Instructions/NIAA New Physical forms to be used effective 4/1/23
Please do not use the physical forms provided by the doctor’s office. They are usually not current and will be rejected.
--Physicals expire 12 months from the date of the doctor’s signature. –Up to date physicals are required for the 2023/2024 school year. It is recommended to schedule your physical in June or July so it’s good for the whole year.
--All completed physicals must be uploaded into Aktivate for approval. –If your athlete’s physical expires before or during the season, they will not be allowed to try out for a team. Example: Your child is trying out for a fall sport, your previously completed physical was done on 11/10/22. The physical expired as of 11/10/23. It will not be valid for the 2023/2024 Fall season since it expires during the Fall season. A new physical must be obtained before the season in order for your athlete to tryout for their Fall sport.
HS Sport Season Schedule 2023/2024
Fall: Football – 7/31/23-11/21/23
Fall: Non-Football Sports – 8/5/23-11/21/23
Winter: 11/23/23-2/17/24
Spring: 2/17/24-5/18/24
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the HS Athletic Administrative Assistant at heidi.cohen@flhsemail.org or 702-804-4425
MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Pickleball Club meets Tuesdays, after school until 4pm at the northwest tennis courts by baseball field. Hope to see you there!
Current 8th graders…If you want to participate in mock trial in high school, please attend the mock trial interest meeting on April 9th in room 117 at 3:20 pm. We will go over tryout information for the fall season. Incoming freshman are welcome… (4/9)
Middle School Art Club is a place for students who like to make art and create things to hang out, try new materials, techniques, and processes without the worry of grades or deadlines. Our meetings are held on Wednesdays each month from 3:20 to 4:45 in Room 101. Long meetings allow plenty of time for drawing, painting, socializing, and clean-up. Students can learn a new technique, join a group project, or be self-directed in their art-making. This club is all about hanging out with a creative community to create art and make friends. A one-time Membership Fee ($15) is collected annually for supplies & snacks for special activities throughout the year. Students are welcome to bring their own snack and a drink each week. Contact Mr. or Mrs. Preston if dues are a barrier to participation. (5/8)
Save the Date! All 7th - 12th grade students are required to check back into campus before the 2024-2025 academic year begins. The date & time options for checking in at our #Crusader.ReConnect event are Aug 5-7, 2024 from noon - 3:30pm. #Crusader.ReConnect includes taking your yearbook photo, picking up your student ID, getting a parking pass, etc. Please see attached for more information. (4/30)
In case you didn't know . . . orientations at Faith Lutheran are all student led and student run. Remember all those students who helped you at your orientation when you first started at Faith Lutheran? That is the O-Cru (orientation crew)!
Students who have been recommended by faculty or admin should have received an email inviting them to apply to help welcome our new Faith Family members for academic year 2024-2025. Check your email! (4/12)
Calling all middle school students! Join us for a one day workshop to learn everything you need to know to thrive as a delegate in Model United Nations.
MINI MUN is happening Saturday, April 6th, 2024 in our very own Faith Lutheran courtroom. You will get the chance to be a country, research a position, and engage in lively debate with your fellow delegates. Sign up on your parent's Crusader Connect!
When: April 6, 2024
Time: 9 am to 4 pm
Where: FL Courtroom
Cost: $25
Hope and Care Outreach 5k
Hope and Care Outreach is hosting a 5k on April 13th at the Bruce Trent Park to raise money for solar panels for orphanage homes in Liberia. Join us in supporting this wonderful cause! If you are interested, you can sign up here
ATTENTION: WEDNESDAY APRIL 10TH 6:00 PM IN THE ARENA GYM FAITH LUTHERAN ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT WILL BE HOSTING A COLLEGE ATHLETIC RECRUITMENT SEMINAR FOR ALL INCOMING 9TH, 10TH AND 11TH GRADE ATHLETES AND THEIR PARENTS. MATTHEW GIRARDIN WILL BE SPEAKING ON MANY IMPORTANT TOPICS CONCERNING THE COMPLEX WORLD OF COLLEGE ATHLETE RECRUITING. SCAN QR CODE BELOW TO RSVP! Scan QR for more information (4/10)
ATTENTION ALL MIDDLE SCHOOL GIRLS! You are invited to Bible Study Club on Wednesdays from 3:20 - 4:00 pm in room 113. Come for snacks, games, fellowship, and time in God's word. See Mrs. Cheney if you have questions!
Needed: Sound Engineer. Christ Lutheran Church (V) is in need of a Sunday Morning Worship sound “guy or girl” for its 10 am Praise Band Service.
If interested, please call Christ Lutheran 702.870.1422 and leave a message and they will reach out to talk about specifics. Or you may go to the church office at Christ Lutheran to inquire.
CURRENT 7th/8th grade ONLY…International Travel Opportunities for 2025: Australia/New Zealand and Costa Rica!
Interested in traveling internationally with Faith Lutheran over Spring Break or Summer in 2025? Our new locations with our partner travel company, ACIS, were recently announced and signups have begun. Both trips are available for all students who will be in 9-12 grade next school year, 2024-2025. The Summer trip is available for next year's 8th graders, as well. Informational meetings will be held in person and over Zoom in the coming weeks- check your email!
Both trips will be open for registration until they reach 35 student participants, so register soon if you are interested, before we fill-up! Only a deposit is required at the time of registration! Please email alex.klenz@flhsemail.org or giesekeg@flhsemail.org for more information.
Spring Break: Link to register for Australia/NZ
Summer Trip: Link to register for Costa Rica
2024 FL HS Volleyball Meeting! There will be a meeting for any current 8th grade girls who are interested in playing volleyball this coming fall. The meeting will be Thursday, April 11th during advisory in the rec sports room just off of the arena. If you have any questions or cannot make the meeting please email Coach Fisher at fishera@flhsemail.org. Please check-in with your advisory teacher first. (4/11)
The American Suicide Prevention Foundation focuses on eliminating the loss of life from suicide through prevention programs, public education, and support for those who have lost someone to suicide. Each state chapter hosts an annual walk to raise awareness about suicide and the help available through the foundation. The Southern Nevada walk will be held next month and they would love to have Faith students participate.
Out of the Darkness Suicide Prevention Walk
Saturday, April 27, 2024
Sunset Regional Park,
Las Vegas, NV
Registration opens at 9 AM
Walk begins at 10 AM
If you would like to walk, you can register here. If you need service hours, help is needed. Here is the link to sign up: https://volunteersignup.org/FH3L8 Contact Mrs. Burns at burnsc@flhsemail.org with any questions. (4/26)
Thank you for participating in the Books 4 the Kids. which supports the non-profit organization Cure 4 the Kids. This non-profit foundation helps children receive cancer treatments and the latest and most current treatments for specialized diseases. During treatment, the kids are provided with supplies such as books and craft supplies. Cure 4 the Kids is currently experiencing a shortage of books for patients to read during their infusions. If you can donate, please drop off books (children through young adult) or craft supplies in the donation boxes located near the Shield store and the Homestretch Greenhouse drop off locations. (4/5)
Tuesdays with Taylor - The Eras Bible Study
Come join Miss Becky for a Taylor Swift themed Bible Study. We will meet in portable 66 every Tuesday morning from 8am-8:30am. Breakfast snacks will be provided! Questions? Email becky.chaplin@faithlasvegas.org
7th and 8th grade working lunch
7th and 8th grade working lunch will be held every Monday and Wednesday. This is a time to work on school work or study for a test, etc. If you would like to attend a working lunch, you must fill out this form ahead of time and bring your own lunch. Students will come to room 501 with their lunch and will stay the entire lunch period. Working lunch is limited to 25 students each lunch.
Grief in Common -This group is open to any student who is working through loss. We meet every Tuesday from 8am-845am. Please contact Mrs. Burns (burnsc@flhsemail.org) if you are interested in joining.
MIDDLE SCHOOL SPORTS
Want to CHEER next year???
Interest Meeting: Tuesday 4/16 @ 3:30 PM in the Library
Tryouts: Will be April 24th-26th
3:30 - 5:30 pm in the Student Center
DEVOTIONS
Today’s Reading: John 21:1-14
Daily Lectionary: Exodus 16:13-35, Hebrews 10:19-39
When Simon Peter heard that it was the Lord, he put on his outer garment, for he was stripped for work, and threw himself into the sea. (John 21:7b)
In the Name + of Jesus. Amen. Why does Peter throw himself into the sea? Perhaps Peter was just so excited to see Jesus that he couldn’t wait to get to shore. But the problem is they weren’t very far from shore in the first place, especially since Jesus could talk to them from it. Also, Peter isn’t mentioned in our reading today as actually getting to shore, or to Jesus. In fact, the next we hear about him, he’s getting back on the boat to bring the fish in the net. Almost like he’s avoiding Jesus. Which might be exactly the case.
You see, Peter denied Jesus three times. And that denial hurt Peter to the core. He had been living with that sin unconfessed and unforgiven for a while now. And the longer we keep those sins hidden, the harder it is for us to give them over to Christ, who has paid for them all. In Peter’s case, it took Jesus calling him three times to feed His lambs for Peter to understand that Christ’s forgiveness covers every sin. So it’s not too difficult to see Peter, stripped for work, needing to cover his shame.
We too have sins that need forgiveness. We too have denied Jesus when we should have confessed him. We too are ashamed of what we have done. We might acknowledge that sins are forgiven, but maybe, because my sin was so bad, I’m too disgraced to join in with everyone else. We’re far more comfortable just covering everything up. Hiding from everyone, especially Jesus, lest my shame be exposed for the world to see.
But where did Peter, in all his shame end up. In water. Where is all our sin taken away? Where is all our shame clothed with Christ’s righteousness? Where is all our disgrace covered and cleansed? In water. You are baptized into the death of Jesus. By that water, and by the Word connected to that water, all your sin has been taken away. By your Baptism, Jesus forgives you completely. Every sin, no matter how bad, they’re all taken away. He died for them all.
And this is yours. It is not earned. It is not by your own works. Jesus gives this forgiveness to you freely. He assures you that by His cross, He has paid for that sin in full. And He has sealed that promise by baptizing you…In the Name + of Jesus. Amen.
God’s own Child, I gladly say it: I am baptized into Christ He, because I could not pay it,
Gave my full redemption price. Do I need earth’s treasures many? I have one worth more than any That brought me salvation free Lasting to eternity! (LSB 594:1)
– Pastor Eli Davis is pastor of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Grants Pass, Oregon.
Audio Reflections Speaker: Pastor Jonathan Lackey is the pastor at Grace Lutheran Church, Vine Grove, Ky.
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