December 18th, 2023
Principal Corner
I recently read a devotion that talked about Adam and Eve in the garden when they were being tempted by the devil. It stated if Adam and Eve had looked at all that God had blessed them with in the garden instead of letting the devil tell them what they were missing, they could have looked around and told the devil, we do not need to eat that fruit, look at all that we have here. Adam and Eve did not have an attitude of gratitude for all that they had. I see that in my own life at times. Instead of looking at how blessed I have been and how God has taken care of me, I sometimes focus on what I do not have. God has blessed us all with different talents and abilities. He has made each one of us unique and he has a purpose for us that is different from everyone else. As we gather with family and friends this Christmas season, and enjoy food, fellowship, and exchange gifts, let us first focus on the gift of Jesus which gives us eternal salvation. The gift that was sent for each one of us so that we one day will be in heaven. Then let us look at the gifts God has blessed us with in our current life. The gift of those around us, the food we share, the fun we have, the gifts he has given us and will continue to give us. Merry Christmas, from a fellow sinner, who realizes the need for God’s Grace and Mercy each and every day, and rejoices that God sent His Son for me.
CHAPEL OFFERING
Toys for Tots - We collected a total of 125 items for Toys for Tots! We have collected $66.80 in chapel money also for the organization so far. We will continue to collect this week for Toys for Tots because they can always use the funds to help keep them running.
In January, we will plan on collecting for Lutheran’s for Life. This year, the funds will go toward . In the past, we have had a contest throughout the month and collect in two different baby bottles to see who collects more, the boys or the girls, in each class.
TREASURE TRUNK WAS A HIT!
Thank you to all the children who lovely picked out gifts for all your family and friends! We have raised $1123.13 for the Secret Angel fund, just by having your kids shop with their hearts before Christmas! Thank you for participating!
Thank you also to all the wonderful volunteers who help the kids shop, wrap the gifts, and help set up and pack up the large Treasure Trunk Store! It’s truly a blessing to see all the kids excited to buys things for others and in the process support their school and fellow classmates!
MERRY CHRISTMAS
BASKETBALL SEASON IS HERE
Basketball season is in full swing with lots of games and practices throughout the next couple month. Check out the calendars for times when our teams play! We encourage all families to come watch the games! We always need help with concessions and the score clock and book! Sign ups for upcoming games and be found below or in the description of each event on the calendar.
If anyone knows any referees that would be available for our home basketball games, please send Mr. Stockman or Jacqie an email. We are limited on who is available this season, similar to last season.
December
Choir Dates
Tues, December 19th: Preschool Christmas Program @ 7:00 in the school gym.
Wed, December 20th: 3-8 Christmas Program @ 6:30 service
January Choir Dates
Sun, Jan 14th : 6-8 Grade Choir @ 10:15 Service
Sun, Jan 21st : K-2 Choir @ 10:15 Service
Classroom Geography Bees will take place this week. The top two students in each grade will then compete at the end of January in an All School Geography Bee. This used to be done by a National Geographic Society and our students had a chance to compete in a National Geography but this was permanently cancelled as on March 2023 but we love to continue the tradition at Trinity.
Limited to Water
Please, help keep our students from bringing anything but water to school. We have had a few instances of messes created because of open containers like cans of pop, etc. We would prefer, that only water is brought to school. This also allows opportunity for earning other beverages among the students. For growing children and adults, water is essential and we should push good daily hydration . We ask again that only water be brought from home by students from now on. In fact, we encourage drinking water throughout the day!
MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR!
After this week we have our winter break! We will see you all back on January 3rd! Jacqie will be in the office during regular school hours on Dec 27th - 29th, & Jan 2nd.
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! They also are great for Christmas gifts and stocking stuffers! We have lots of $5 & $10 for Barnes & Noble and Starbucks available at the school.
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
Clothing for Cold Weather
What to wear when the weather turns cold? 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.
Below 45, they need a winter coat, head covering (hat, headband or earmuffs, NOT just a hood), and gloves or mittens. If they do not have the correct type of coat, or head covering, they will need to borrow from someone else, or use something from the Lost and Found. We do not have kids stay inside unless they are sick.
To play in the snow, they must also have snow pants and boots. They will need to stand on the sidewalk if they do not have either of these items.
If it is muddy outside, we will require the students to wear boots, even if there is no snow. This is to make sure we don’t track a lot of dirt into the classrooms.
SLEDS that are soft/foam or roll up may be brought and left at school.
EVERYONE should have a pair of tennis shoes that stays at school for gym class and if they forget their shoes.
School Closings and Delays
Note that we follow the JWP Schedule, so if you see they are off, we will be following suit.
Emails: TLS will send an email to parents to the email address supplied to the school.
Procare: A Message will be sent out via Procare. Even if you don’t have the app, you should still receive an email with the message.
Text Alerts: Sign up on the KARE 11 and KSTP ABC 5.
Posted on TV Websites: KARE 11, KMSP FOX 9, KSTP ABC 5, and KEYC News 12.
You can also check out the Google Calendar under Parents > School Calendar to subscribe.
COMING SOON IN JANUARY…….
Trinity PTL Basketball Tournament is January 26th & 27th; to make this event a success PTL is looking for someone who can donate a Thrivent Card, cash and scrip cards. Please see sign up button below.
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 as well. This will be available in January for all accounts that are up to date for SAC. This will be available for SAC only for this school year. We will expand it for tuition and lunch for the next school year.
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.