November 13th, 2023
Principal Corner
Last week I was thinking about how busy my life is and it seems like everyone’s life is super busy. Being 5 to 7 years from possibly retiring I foolishly thought that life would become easier, and I would slowly glide into retirement. LOL! I remember when my children were younger, and we signed them up for the activities they wanted to participate in. It was a juggling act to get everywhere we needed to be. I know as parents we do not want our children to miss out on any experiences. The most important experiences are the ones that can strengthen their faith, let them know about God and help the Holy Spirit to work in their lives so they can do the things that God has planned for them. Later that morning I read my devotion which was about the prodigal son. It stated when things are going crazy around us in our life we need to be like the prodigal son and come to our senses and set out and go back to our Father. And the good news is, when we turn to our Father to begin the journey back to him, the Father sees us in the far distance, and in the words of Luke, the Father ran to the prodigal son. God is just waiting for us to turn to him, to turn away from the things of this world, and He is ready to run to us.
Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes
SHOEBOXES DUE NOV 16th by 4 pm
Chapel offerings in October & November were to help with the $10 cost to ship each Operation Shoeboxes to very special children all over the world. Shoeboxes can be dropped off in the main entrance of the school - there is a table for them. More labels can be found at the school office, just ask Jacqie!
Shoebox stations can be found at Hobby Lobby - they have everything you need to pack a shoebox! You can also pack a shoebox online: https://samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/buildonline/
For more information visit: https://www.samaritanspurse.org/what-we-do/operation-christmas-child/
Do Not Include
Candy; toothpaste; gum; used or damaged items; scary or war-related items such as toy guns, knives, or military figures; chocolate or food; seeds; fruit rolls or other fruit snacks; drink mixes (powdered or liquid); liquids or lotions; medications or vitamins; breakable items such as snow globes or glass containers; aerosol cans.
CHAPEL OFFERING
In October, we collected offering to help alleviate costs of shoeboxes! November we will continue to do so.
We have received $290.46 in offering for these shoeboxes.
TUESDAY, NOV 21st - we have chapel because there is NO SCHOOL the 22nd-24th.
We will collect food and money for the food shelf that day! Bring in non perishable items that day which will go toward the Janesville Food Shelf. Any money collected will go towards the new food shelf building in Waseca. Let’s try to for a ONE & ONE Hungry Challenge for Nov 21st Chapel. One Food item and $1 for chapel that day!
Congrats on a well done musical 6-8 Grade!
HELP WANTED
JWP holds an annual tournament each November and they use our gym, which means we have an opportunity to run concessions and earn some money for our school and our athletics. We are looking for parents, with students in 5-8th Grade, to work concessions. We want those 5th - 8th Graders to have an opportunity to earn money for a class activity or trip and each hour the student and an adult counterpart work in the concessions stand, during this JWP Tournament, will earn money on behalf of that student toward that trip or activity. This will also earn Parent Service Hours. Please click the button below to sign up for a slot. If we don’t have enough people working, we will have to cancel and lose out on the potential earnings for our school. We still need some workers for Sunday the 19th.
The tournament is Nov 18th & 19th. Hours are in the Sign Up Genius.
November
Choir Dates
TIME CHANGE :K-2 Choir Sunday, Nov 19th @ 10:30
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
E-RATE Funding
E-Rate Funding: Bridging the Digital Divide in Education
In today's rapidly advancing digital age, technology has become an integral part of education. However, ensuring access to reliable and high-speed internet connectivity, as well as necessary digital resources, is a challenge for many schools across the nation. This is where E-Rate funding comes into play.
E-Rate funding, established as part of the Telecommunications Act of 1996, has been instrumental in bridging the digital divide in education. Managed by the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC), E-Rate provides discounts to eligible schools and libraries, enabling them to afford necessary telecommunications and internet services.
The impact of E-Rate funding is profound, especially in schools serving underprivileged communities. It has opened doors to new possibilities by ensuring that all students, regardless of their economic backgrounds, have equitable access to digital learning resources. By doing so, E-Rate funding has helped level the playing field, providing equal opportunities for academic success.
With E-Rate funding, schools have been able to upgrade their infrastructure, improve their internet connectivity, and install Wi-Fi networks to support a large number of students and staff who rely on digital tools daily. This funding has also facilitated the purchase of essential hardware and software, such as computers, tablets, and educational software, to enhance the learning experience.
Furthermore, E-Rate funding has encouraged schools to embrace new technologies and adopt innovative teaching practices. Teachers have been able to utilize interactive presentations, online learning platforms, and virtual reality tools to create engaging and immersive lessons. Students have benefited from personalized learning experiences that cater to their unique needs and learning styles.
While E-Rate funding has been a game-changer for many schools, it is important to recognize that the digital divide is not completely bridged. There are still challenges to overcome, particularly in remote and rural areas with limited connectivity options. Efforts should be made to further expand and enhance the reach of E-Rate funding, ensuring that every student has an equal opportunity to thrive in a digital society.
WHAT CAN YOU DO?
As a school, we would love to look into E-Rate Funding more, but it is a time consuming process. Many companies out there will help connect all the information for you, but at a cost (and too be honest, a cost that seems a little ridiculous). That is where our lovely parents and community members can help!!!
Some of the research Ms. Jacqie and Mr. Stockman have done so far, has at least found some resources on getting started and all the information that is required. They both, are honestly too busy to dive deep into this while trying to tackle all the other ongoing projects and day to day involved with school.
If you’d like to help out, or if a group of you would like to tackle this together, we think it could make a huge impact.
Below are some resources if you’d like to take a look and decide if you can help make this possible for our school.
Did you know you could earn money for our school and toward your tuition? Did you know it’s as easy as purchasing gift cards for things you likely are already spending money on like gas and groceries? With RaiseRight (formerly Scrip) you can do that!
How does it work? We purchase gift cards at a discount and pass along the savings to you in the form of tuition credit. We have physical cards at the school, the order form (Click HERE) shows what we typically have on hand. You can send in your order with your student or send an email or stop in the school office.
Earn from anywhere! There is also a website and app! You can get instant access to E Cards right at your fingertips! You can also order physical gift cards to pick up at the school. Even family and friends can support our school by using the website or app wherever they are!
Check out more information here: https://www.raiseright.com/
To sign up and link our school, enter the School Enrollment Code: F6CE27485255
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!
You can also check out the Google Calendar under Parents > School Calendar to subscribe.
COMING SOON…..
Jacqie is working on getting it arranged to make payments via Procare! You’ll have the option to pay by card or ACH. Paying by card will have an added processing fee. You’ll be able to pay via the MyProcare.com where you all registered for school OR the app! You will also be able to set up auto payment if you want that option. No invoice sent, just a receipt and payment will be automatically deducted from your bank account. More information will be emailed out to parents when it is ready!
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.