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All High School students are required to complete at least 20 service hours from 6/1/25-5/15/26. Please see attached instructions to learn how to submit hours for approval.
Shine A Light Sandwich-Making Event! Join us on Thursday, November 13th from 3:15–4:15 p.m. in the Student-Faculty Lounge as we partner with Shine A Light, an organization that serves those living on the streets or in the tunnels of Las Vegas. We’ll be making sandwiches that Shine A Light delivers to people in need while helping them find hope, resources, and a fresh start. Everyone is welcome to attend, learn about this amazing mission, and lend a hand! This event qualifies for service hours. (11/13), MS & HS
MostPrep's Winter/Spring SAT classes Now that the PSAT is in the books for juniors, this is an excellent time to start to think about preparing for the SAT and ACT that juniors should take later this school year! FLHS is pleased to announce that MostPrep will be running SAT courses at FLHS in preparation for the two most popular SAT dates in the second semester. You can sign up for a class HERE. There is a limit of 25 students per session, so registrations will be honored on a first-come, first-served basis. Please contact MostPrep by e-mail (mostprep@gmail.com), phone (702-896-1307), or text (516-721-7906) if you have any questions. Here is a list of course offerings; no student may register for more than 1 course, and these courses are only open to current juniors. FLHS will bill students' accounts for these courses after they begin.
SAT Winter Course, February 3 - March 13: This 6-week course ($750) aims to fully cover the most important content for the SAT, all of which carries over to the ACT. Two proctored practice tests are included. This course will meet on Tuesday nights (7 - 9:30pm) and Friday afternoons (4 - 5:30pm), except for Presidents' Weekend; the course will meet on Thursday afternoon that week instead. Practice tests will run from 8am - 10:30am on February 28 and March 7, which are the final two Saturdays before the SAT is given on March 14. MostPrep recommends that students who have multiple AP classes take the March SAT so they can devote the time they need to studying for the AP tests, which they only get one chance to take!
SAT Spring Course, March 24 - May 1: This 6-week course ($750) aims to fully cover the most important content for the SAT, all of which carries over to the ACT. Two proctored practice tests are included. This course will meet on Tuesday nights (7 - 9:30pm) and Friday afternoons (4 - 5:30pm), except for Good Friday; the course will meet on Thursday afternoon that week instead. Practice tests will run from 8am - 10:30am on April 18 and April 25, which are the final two Saturdays before the SAT is given on May 2. (3/13) HS
Aktivate: If you are planning on participating in High School Sports, please complete your Aktivate registration for the 2025-2026 school year ASAP. The website is as follows: www.aktivate.com, MS & HS
MS & HS Sports Physicals – Please use NEW NIAA Physical forms as of 6/5/25: 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, MS & HS
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 exam. –Up to date physicals are required for the 2025/2026 school year. It is recommended to schedule your physical over the summer break 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 their 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 11/10/24. The physical is expired as of 11/10/25. It will not be valid for the 2025/2026 Fall season since it expires during the Fall season. A new physical must be obtained before the season in order for your athlete to try out for their Fall sport.
HS Sport Season Schedule
Fall: Football 7/30/25 - 11/20/25
Fall: Non-Football Sports 8/2/25 - 11/20/25
Winter: 11/15/25 - 2/23/26
Spring: 2/15/26 - 5/18/26
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. HS
Click the title to view the schedule. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the MS Athletic Administrative Assistant at renee.dewey@flhsemail.org or 702-804-4302. MS
Winter 2025-2025 Middle School Sports Interest Meetings/Tryouts
Click the title to view the schedule. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the MS Athletic Administrative Assistant at renee.dewey@flhsemail.org or 702-804-4302. MS
MS GIRLS Basketball Open Gym: If you have ever thought you might like to play basketball this is for you! If you are planning to try out, this is for you! If you are not sure if you want to try out, this is for you!! Join MS Girls Basketball Coaches on November 7th and 14th from 3:30 - 5:00 PM for MS Girls Basketball Open Gym. These sessions are designed to introduce/go over try out drills and a little 5 v 5 action. Come give it a try, hope to see you there! Questions reach out to Coach Schwartz schwartzl@flhsemail.org. (11/14), MS
MS BASEBALL: If you are CONSIDERING spring baseball at Faith, you or a parents should complete this form. (No accounts are charged for gear until after February tryouts.) Also, 6th, 7th, and 8th grade boys are invited to participate in optional baseball workouts on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:30-5:00 on the softball field. (11/14), MS
Interested in MS Girls Lacrosse? Pick up a stick and join us for some pre-season camps! No fee, no sign ups. Just come and play the game! (12/1), MS
Friday, November 7th / 5:30 - 7:30 PM / Soccer Field
Saturday, November 8th / 9:00 - 11:00 AM / Soccer Field
Thursday, December 4th / 3:30 - 5:30 PM / Soccer Field / Parent Info Meeting at field 5:00-5:30 PM
Friday, December 5th / 3:30 - 6:30 PM / Soccer Field
Saturday, December 6th / 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM / Soccer Field
HS Boys Basketball tryouts are November 15th. Tryout times are as follows: sophomores, juniors, and seniors are at 11am and freshmen at 1:30pm. Remember you cannot try out if your registration in Aktivate is not completed. This should be completed by November 7th. Email Coach Rama at flhsboysbasketball@flhsemail.org with any questions. (11/15), HS
HS Wrestling Boys and Girls INTEREST MEETING
Who: All High School Boys and Girls interested in Wrestling this Winter.
Information: Please fill out the Google Form so we can add you to our weekly email distribution list.
Note: Please contact Coach Gonzales if you have any questions: rayes.gonzales@flhsemail.org (11/17), HS
HS Girls Flag Football Tryouts - Sign up here!! If you have any questions please contact Coach Deto at rodney.detommaso@flhsemail.org or Coach Frederick at frederickc@flhsemail.org
November 15th, 17th and 18th
11/15 - 9:00 - 11:00 AM
11/17, 18 - 3:15 - 5:00 PM (11/18), HS
ATTENTION Parents of Winter HS Athletes: We will be holding an Athletic HS Parent Meeting on Thursday, 11/13/25 at 6:30 pm in the Arena Gym. The meeting is to learn about school and athletic department policies. Your attendance is greatly appreciated. Thank you! (11/13), HS
If you are interested in competing on the HS Track & Field team this spring, go HERE to get the information for the season, and to sign up. Email Coach Fox if you have any questions abbie.fox@flhsemail.org (1/30), HS
FOOTBALL REGIONAL PLAYOFFS 11/14! We are excited for our Varsity Football's Team's Southern Regional Final against Centennial High School. We invite you all to join us this Friday, November 14th at Home for a 7pm kickoff. With this being an NIAA event we are not able to allow Faith students free admission. Tickets can be purchased in advance by clicking on the link below or at the gate with credit card or Apple Pay. We look forward to seeing you there! GO CRUSADERS! (11/14), MS & HS
Congratulations to all of our High School teams on their incredible performances this weekend! We’re so proud of all of our student-athletes, musicians, and scholars for representing Faith Lutheran with excellence! ❤️🛡️💛 Check out our top finishes below:
🏃♀️ Girls Cross Country – State Champions
⚽️ Soccer – Back-to-Back State Champions
🥁 Marching Band – 2nd Place at the MNBC Championship | Outstanding Music & Visual Effects | Excellent Overall
⚖️ Mock Trial – 3rd Overall | Top Witnesses: Sriya Wint ('26) & Mackenzie Sharrock ('26) (11/14), HS
Congratulations to Mia Walsh ('26) and Zion Echevarria ('29) for being named High School Students of the Month for October! We also extend congratulations to Mr. Arnold, our October Teacher of the Month! (11/28), HS
Think you can argue a case, question a witness, or convince a jury? Now’s your chance! Sign-ups for Spring Mock Trial are officially open! Students will compete in real courtrooms, act as attorneys or witnesses, and prepare for the Nevada Regional Competition in Las Vegas this February — with the chance to advance to State and even Nationals! Tryouts will take place the week of November 17th and December 1st! For more information or to sign up for a tryout spot, click here and complete the Google Form! If you’re interested in law, acting, debate, or just love a good challenge, come join the team! Email Mr. Owen (spencer.owen@flhsemail.org) or stop by Portable 74 if you have questions! (12/5), HS
A new creative club is now forming! Come to the Stitch Club informational meeting on November 12 at 3pm in Room 103 to learn all about it. Donuts will be provided. All high school and middle school students are invited to join us! Click here or contact isabella.negrete29@flhsemail.org or srinidhi.nellutla29@flhsemail.org for additional information. (11/14), MS & HS
🌟 Faith Lutheran Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day - Faith Lutheran’s Black Student Association (BSA) invites all middle school and high school students, parents, and staff to join us for our annual Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day. On November 14, 1960, six-year-old Ruby Bridges made history as the first Black child to integrate an elementary school in the South. Her courage reminds us that standing up for justice and walking together in unity can change the world. (11/14), MS & HS
🚶🏾♀️ When: Friday, November 14, 2025, at 7:00 AM
📍 Where: Meet at Randy's Donuts
All students, families, and staff are welcome to walk in honor of Ruby’s legacy and our shared commitment to kindness, equality, and courage. 👉 Sign up here to participate (11/14), MS & HS
Middle School Bible Study Club meets every Wednesday! Come join your friends for snacks, games, devotions, prayer and fun! High school students lead the activities from 3:15-4:00 pm. WE HAVE A ROOM CHANGE. FOR NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER WE WILL MEET IN ROOM 323. (Miss Hittinger's room) All middle schoolers are welcome! Email Mrs. Cheney at cheneyr@flhsemail.org if you have questions. (11/21), MS
Senior Portraits, Senior Yearbook PDAs, and Senior Bios for the Yearbook are due by Oct. 15, Nov. 15, 2025, Jan. 15, 2026, with a final deadline of Feb. 6, 2026! Click here for more info! (2/7), HS
Laptop Reminder:
Make sure your laptop has a case! The IT team has seen more damaged devices this year.
No case: Full repair cost ($400–$500)
With case: Only $100 repair fee
Handle your laptop carefully and keep it protected! Questions? Stop by the IT Department. HS
We’re excited to share some incredible updates to The Crusader Annual Fund for this year! In addition to supporting our school’s mission, your participation now comes with expanded marketing opportunities, premium perks, booster passes, theater ticket packages and even reserved parking spots for you and your family. All proceeds from the Crusader Annual Fund directly benefit Academics, Athletics and The Arts — making a meaningful impact on every student. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out — we’re happy to help!
New this year, we’re thrilled to spotlight two special sponsorship opportunities:
Game Day Posters – Get your business logo or family name featured on 400 exclusive game day posters to be distributed at every home football game!
Personalized Family Brick – Located at the entrance of the Hooks Family Innovation & Technology Center
Your support of the Annual Fund helps tremendously and brings our campus to life in ways that benefit all Crusaders. Thank you so much.
It is NOT too late to sign up for an unforgettable Summer 2026 trip to Greece and Rome!! This "Cradle of Civilization" includes - St. Peter's Basilica, private tour of the Vatican, the Colosseum, Sorrento Coast, and much more! There is still room to sign up. Contact Mrs. Gravitt at gravittc@flhsemail.org for more information or register here: CRADLE OF CIVILIZATION. (1/11) MS & HS
🌴 7th & 8th Graders, get ready for the ultimate Spring Break adventure! We’re heading to Florida for a trip packed with thrills, fun, and unforgettable memories. Spend two amazing days at Disney World and Epcot, explore both Universal Studios parks, visit the Kennedy Space Center, take a wild Everglades airboat tour, and experience so much more! ✨ Enroll by November 15 to get $100 off! ✨ Spots fill up fast, so don’t miss out. Click here to learn more and enroll! Questions? See Mrs. Shreve in Room 306 or email sonali.shreve@flhsemail.org (11/28), MS
🎄 The Countdown to Christmas Has Begun! 🎄 Come shop at The Shield and get rewarded while you check off your Christmas list! Check out our flyer here for more info!
✨ Spend $250 – Get special gifts plus a free raffle ticket entry!
✨ Spend $150 – Get gifts plus a free raffle ticket entry!
🗓️ Promotion runs November 3 – December 18
Stop by early for the best selection (and a little holiday cheer!) 🎁 (12/18), MS & HS
New Student Applications for 2026-2027 - Don’t let your sibling miss out on the sweetest tradition - being a Crusader! 🍭 Apply your siblings today and make next year extra treat-worthy! https://www.faithlutheranlv.org/application
Notice of Credit Card Surcharge Change We want to let you know about an upcoming change to how we process credit card payments in-school. Beginning November 1, 2025, a 3.0% surcharge will be added to all transactions paid with a credit card. This change helps us offset the rising costs of credit card acceptance. The surcharge is not greater than our cost of acceptance and complies with card brand rules and applicable laws.
Please note:
No surcharge will apply to payments made with debit cards, prepaid cards, cash, or checks.
The surcharge will appear as a separate line item on your receipt.
Clear signage will be posted at our point of sale as required.
We appreciate your understanding and continued support. If you have any questions about this change or would like to discuss alternative payment methods, please reach out to us at studentbilling@flhsemail.org. (11/21), MS & HS
Please note the change in drop off times! All deliveries for students will go to the back of the school. Items dropped off by parents will be accepted beginning at 8:30am until 1:30pm by The Shield warehouse green gate. A sign on the gate will provide instructions to obtain access to the rack for items. Parents will be able to place their student’s items on the rack that can be accessed by the student via the Student Center. We will not be responsible for monitoring or securing any item on the rack. This includes phones, computer devices, musical instruments, or homework. Thank you for understanding! MS & HS
Early Checkout Policy – Important Reminders:
All students leaving campus early must check out at the front desk.
Student drivers will be issued a parking lot pass upon checkout.
Students must obtain a paper pass from the front office before class or between classes if leaving during instructional time.
A VisitU early dismissal only grants parental permission; it does not check the student out or notify teachers. MS, HS
Find Community and purpose with Moms in Prayer! We are mothers who, together, bring all our concerns before our Heavenly Father. In prayer, we know that we are not alone and this gives us reassurance and hope. Let us stand with you in prayer for your children and their schools. We are delighted to meet you! Come pray with us! To learn more about Moms in Prayer International, visit MomsInPrayer.org.
Thursdays 8:30 - 10:00 a.m.
Faith Lutheran Middle School & High School
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Help support your Faith Lutheran Thrift Store! Would you like to help our school? Do you like giving your time for a worthy cause? We would love to have you volunteer in our Thrift Store! Call or email Julie Pijnappels at (702) 242-0224 and Julie.Pijnappels@FLHSemail.org.
Furniture to donate? Please email us at donate@flhsemail.org. Include your address, cross streets, and a brief description of your items along with a photo!
We have two convenient ways for you to donate your items to the Thrift Store!
Donate at the Thrift Store (2211 South Rainbow Road) from 10am - 2pm! Roll around to the back and buzz us. We’ll be right there to unload for you!
Drop your items in the on-campus donation box, located between the football and baseball fields in the roundabout.
Below are our current open positions. Click the name of the position to view our employment page.
This devotion pairs with this weekend’s Lutheran Hour sermon, which can be found at lhm.org
Luke 20:37-38 – That the dead are raised, even Moses showed, in the passage about the bush, where he calls the Lord the God of Abraham and the God of Isaac and the God of Jacob. Now He is not God of the dead, but of the living, for all live to Him.
The Sadducees have lost focus on the main thing. Right before their eyes, they have the One who is the Resurrection and the Life. They could ask Him anything! Instead, they present Jesus with a strange scenario about many unfortunate husbands and one especially unfortunate wife. Are they genuinely looking for an answer? No. They don’t believe in the resurrection, and they are trying—as religious leaders so often tried—to set a trap for Jesus. How does the Lord respond?
He responds with Scripture. He points to a perhaps surprising passage: the story of the burning bush, in Exodus 3. Maybe you remember it from Sunday school. Moses would become a great leader of God’s people, bringing them out of Egypt, but at first he was just a shepherd. And one day he’s walking along and all of a sudden he sees this bush that is burning but not burning up. And out of that incredible sight, as he draws near, God Himself speaks to him. God gives to Moses this incredible command and commission: You are going to lead My people Israel out of Egypt.
It’s a fascinating, remarkable story. But why does Jesus invoke it? What’s the most important detail? Here it is, Jesus says: “[God] is not God of the dead, but of the living, for all live to Him.” He is the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. In God’s sight, they are alive now, and they will live forevermore, because He’s not the God of the dead. He’s the God of the living.
This is the promise for you and me, too: Christ Jesus is risen from the dead and Lord of life—for you. For a time, our Savior’s life was muffled and muzzled like a truth that you just don’t want to hear. But He could not, would not stay buried. For ours in not the God of the dead, but of the living.
This is the promise that God makes to you and me in His Word. He promises that in holy Baptism He joins you to Himself. He promises that, though you and I may pass away from this mortal life, you do not die forever. He promises that a day is coming—perhaps today—when Christ Jesus will come again and transform our lowly bodies to be like His glorious body. For ours is not the God of the dead, but of the living.
And He promises that nothing will separate you from His love. Despite all the ways we lose sight of Him, lose track of what’s most important, He never has and He never will. He ever and always keeps a laser-like focus on making you His own. Neither life nor death nor anything in creation will separate you from His love. For ours in not the God of the dead, but of the living.
WE PRAY: Dearest Jesus, You are Lord of life. In the midst of so many distractions, keep my heart and hope ever stayed on You. Amen.
This Daily Devotion was written by Rev. Dr. Ryan Tinetti.
Reflection Questions:
What are some distractions that can cause you to lose focus on “the main thing”?
Why would God choose to appear to Moses in a burning bush? Do you think Moses ever forgot that fiery reminder of God’s presence?
How does the promise of the resurrection affect your priorities in this present life?
Today's Readings: