October 16, 2023
Principal Corner
Listening to Christian Radio, and the announcer said, “If only everyone was like me, we would not have all the problems in the world.” Being honest, I am sure all of us have probably had that thought at one time or another. Maybe someone wasn’t driving like we wanted, or was disagreeing with our idea, or some other thing that made us think, why can’t you just be like me. But if everyone was like us, the world would still be a mess and be sinful, because we are sinful. Instead of wanting everyone to be like us, we should try to be more like Jesus. Jesus’ life on this earth is an example of the life we should try to live our lives like. If everyone was a little more like Jesus the world would be a better place. There is a Zach Williams song in which the last line of the chorus is “A little more like Jesus, A little less like me.” So instead of wishing everyone to be like us, lets all try to be a little more like Jesus, the son of God, and a little less like me, the sinner.
classroom mentorship
Calling All Community Members: Join Us in Making a Difference at Trinity Lutheran School!
We are reaching out to you today with an exciting opportunity for you to become a vital part of our school's journey, one classroom at a time!
We are looking for parents, grandparents or members of the congregation that would be willing to help mentor and expand our student’s learning by helping with reading, spelling words, math facts, and many other subjects on a regular basis. We invite you to ask questions and come visit to find out which classroom needs fit where you feel you can help the most! We will provide a brief orientation and training so you know exactly what is expected! Contact the school at 507-231-6646 and talk to Wade or Jacqie! You can email us at jmalzahn@trinityjanesville.com too!
GOT CARDINAL SPIRIT?!? COME CHEER US ON! LAST GAMES THIS WEEK!
Coach Interest
Basketball season is around the corner! Interested in coaching? We will have a coaches meeting on Monday, October 23rd at 6 pm to discuss and coordinate. Even if you have only a small interest in either coaching or helping with basketball or cheerleading, we encourage you to attend.
RETAKE DAY RESCHEDULED
OCTOBER 31st
Hy-Vee Receipts
Did you know that collecting Hy-Vee receipts gets money for our school? We received $149.79 for the past year, $1.00 for each $150 in receipts collected. Thank you to everyone who collected! The money received goes to the Student Activities Fund which supports a variety of student activities during the school year. REMEMBER TO BRING IN YOUR RECEIPTS!!
This was the lowest we have ever received. But, we have received almost $7000 since 2009! Which is amazing! Let’s see if we can make this the highest year yet!
· Send in your Mankato receipts anytime. There is a big blue “trash can” in the front lobby of the school to drop them o
· Receipts for gas or pharmacy or gift card activation do not count.
· Must be dated from Sept 1, 2023 – June 1, 2024, the date must be on the receipt.
Clothing for Cooler Weather
Here are the guidelines we use to determine what the students should wear outside. Be advised that we are very firm on these rules, so please make sure that your child has the appropriate clothing that is needed.
Below 55, they need long sleeves
Below 50, they need a sweatshirt or jacket
October Chapel Offerings
Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes. Once again, our Trinity families have an awesome opportunity to make a child’s Christmas special! It is quick and simple to pack a shoebox and to put a smile on a child’s face for Christmas. Chapel offerings in October will help with the $9 cost to ship each Operation Shoeboxes to very special children all over the world. In November we will ask families to pack shoeboxes. For more information visit: https://www.samaritanspurse.org/what-we-do/operation-christmas-child/
3rd Grade Reformation Skit
Tuseday, October 31st, the 3rd Grade will perform a reformation skit in the Discipling Center at 2:15 pm. Family and friends are welcome to come watch!
PTL - Feed the Farmer Wrap Up
TLS PTL would like to thank all of our volunteers for their time and donations! Feed the Farmer served 184 meals!
They would like to also thank you everyone who ordered a meal. Your generous gifts help the PTL provide classroom assistance, bussing for field trips, Bibles for 3rd Graders, and so much more! You are all a blessing and we couldn’t do it without you! Way to go!
CALENDAR ITEMS TO NOTE
NO SCHOOL Oct 19th & 20th PICTURE RETAKE DAY RESCHEDULED TO OCT 31ST
You can also check out the Google Calendar under Parents > School Calendar to subscribe.
COMING IN NOVEMBER
November
Choir Dates
6-8 Grade Musical Fri, Nov 10th @ 1:30 for school performance & 6:30 pm for the public
3-5 Choir Sunday, Nov 12th @ 8 am
K-2 Choir Sunday, Nov 19th @ 10:15
PTL FALL FESTIVAL
Saturday, November 4th at TLS Playground
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
FRIENDLY REMINDERS:
Arriving at school before 8:10 am, please go through the gym unless you are a Preschool parent.
At the end of the day, please remain outside and wait for your student. They are released at 3:05 pm.
When a child is going to be absent, please send a message via Procare (it gets to both the teacher AND the office) OR make sure you are sending a message to both the teacher and the office if not using Procare.
COMING SOON…..a student corner. Articles written by the students. Ms. Kemp is going to come up with a specific theme or topic and we are going to start having 7th & 8th Graders write a little blurb in the newsletter. Keep your eyes out in the upcoming weeks.