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February 4, 2020 Learning with a Higher Purpose!

“Rejoice Always” 1 Thessalonians 5:16 Mission Statement: We, through God ’s grace, nurture spiritual, academic, physical, emotional and social growth in children by guiding them to become responsible citizens and members of the body of Christ.

From the Principal’s Desk Verse of the Week “I will bless the Lord at all times; his praise shall continually be in my mouth.” Psalm 34:1

Chapel this week- Join us for chapel on Wednesdays at 8:20 a.m. All are welcome! Our February chapel offerings Hearts for Jesus go to the KS District LERT Teams (Lutheran Early Response Teams). They have been busy with deployments in the months following last spring’s tornadoes in Linwood, KS, including work with Lutheran Church Charities.

Reenrollment is Due Today, February 4th. The reenrollment forms and fees are due today. If you need to make arrangements with the office to pay the enrollment fee at a later time, please let the office know.

Financial Aid—If you are in need of financial assistance, you must apply for it each year, it does not automatically carry over to the next year. We use an online processing company called Confidential Financial Services—CFS. There is a $40 processing fee associated with this process, which includes access to financial well-being instructional videos, useful for budgeting and stewardship. Go to www.cfslogin.com and enter our school code 11124 and complete the application. Please notify the school office once you’ve applied. Open House for prospective families w ill be on Friday, February 7th from 8:30 a.m.—3 p.m.

2020-2021 Preschool Enrollment for Younger Siblings and New Students We are accepting new preschool enrollment applications now. Students must be 3 by December 2020 and fully potty trained to be eligible for our preschool in the fall. Please contact the school office if you have a child who will be ready for preschool.

Congratulations Chess Team— On January 24th, Holy Cross got 2nd Place at the Wichita North Chess Tournament. The following students placed in their tournament division: Edric O.—4th , Matthew C.– 6th, and Jashen D.—9th, Nicholas K.—10th. Congratulations to all.

No School February 14 & 17—We will not have school on Friday, February 14th for Inservice /Topeka Tournament and no school on Monday, February 17th for Presidents’ Day.

Class Trip—The eighth graders have a yearly tradition of taking an eighth grade trip to Washington D.C. This is a culmination of their study of United States history. The trip usually last four to five days and has been costing about $1000. Parents can either pay for the trip or students can earn money for the trip. Students in 4th-8th grade are given opportunities to sell baked goods and trash bags for their own account. The eighth graders can also work the fall rummage sale. Mr. Peppers has a running account for each student. We have been blessed by Mr. Wolgast’s leadership, who plans and implements the beneficial trip.

Facebook—join the Holy Cross Lutheran School Moms and Dads group for information, questions and answers.

Mrs. Karen Boettcher, Principal SLIM CHICKENS “SPIRIT NIGHT” IS Tomorrow, WED., FEBRUARY 5TH Join us on Wednesday, February 5th from 5-9 p.m. at Slim Chickens, located near 21st and Greenwich. Mention Holy Cross and 15% comes back to our school.

THIS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7TH

HC Spirit Day— Wear your HC spirit shirt or class t-shirt and jeans.

PTL M&M Cookie Bake Sale—25¢ (limit 1)

PTL Meeting 8:20 a.m.—All are welcome

Open House for prospective families

Biz Kids Registration Forms Due

FUN NIGHT TONIGHT—6-9 P.M.

http://lovemyschool.net Principal: Mrs. Karen Boettcher

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HISTORICAL WAX MUSEUM—THIS THURSDAY, FEB. 6TH—12:30-1:15PM A highlight for Holy Cross fourth graders is participating in the Historical Wax Museum, which takes place annually in February. Each student chooses a character who they would like to learn more about and portray in the museum. They research facts about their character, write a speech using what they learn, and commit it to memory. On the day of the event, the students dress in full costume and have many props as well. When the guests push a button on the hand of each of them, the characters “come to life” and tell about their life. The 19th annual Wax Museum is this Thursday, February 6th from 12:30—1:15 p.m. in the gym. All are welcome to attend.

DAY SCHOOL COMMISSION AGENDA FOR FEBRUARY 6TH AT 7PM Minutes Teacher Call Process Update Church Council Update 2020-2021 Budget Work Reports Policies for Initial Review 4214.08 Financial Assistance Programs 4214.06 School Tuition Policies for Final Review 4224.02 Promotion/Retention 4234.07 School Attendance PTL FUN NIGHT—THIS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7TH FROM 6-9 Dinner— 6-7:30 p.m. *dinner is a freewill donation Dessert Auction begins at 6:30 p.m. Games and DJ 7-9 p.m.

FUN NIGHT VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED! Please click the link on sign-up genius to help. Thank you!

SAVE THE DATES:

K-6TH CHEER CAMP ON FEBRUARY 11TH FROM 3:45—5:15—IN THE GYM Registration is due February 3rd, to receive a t-shirt.

SPIRIT WEEK FEB. 1OTH—13TH Mon. Feb. 10th Pajama Day Tue. Feb. 11th Character Day

Wed. Feb. 12th School Uniforms Thur. Feb. 13th Blue & White Day

NO SCHOOL FEBRUARY 14 & 17 No school on Friday, February 14th due to Teacher In-service and Topeka Tournament No school on Monday, February 17th for Presidents Day

LIFETOUCH YEARBOOK ORDERS

It’s time to order your 2019-20 yearbook! You may order online at ybpay.lifetouch.com, our yearbook code is 1298620 or, make checks payable to Hoy Cross. The basic yearbook cost is $16. Upgrade options such as a hardcover or personalized cover with your picture are available for

an additional fee. Don’t miss out this year. TRASH BAG FUNDRAISER—THROUGH FEBRUARY 24TH Grades 4-7 will be selling trash bags through February 24th. All funds earned will benefit their personal 8th

grade trip fund. Students will NOT be selling at church or school but you may reach out to a student in grades 4-7 or call the office to get connected. There are 3 sizes available at $12 per roll.

White—15 gallon (kitchen trash size)

Yellow—39 gallon (lawn care size)

Blue—55 gallon (super size) Bags will be here for pick up on February 28th.

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UPCOMING EVENTS Tues. Feb. 4 Reenrollment Due Tues. Feb. 4 Chess Grades 1 & 2 3:30-4:30 p.m. Wed. Feb. 5 Chapel 8:20 a.m.—led by 7th grade Wed. Feb. 5 Chess 3rd-8th 3:30-4:30pm Wed. Feb. 5 STUCO Meeting 3:45-4:15 p.m. Wed. Feb. 5 Slim Chickens “Spirit Night” 5-9 pm. Thur. Feb. 6 4th Grade Wax Museum 12:30-1:15 p.m. Thur. Feb. 6 Day School Commission Meeting 7 p.m. Fri. Feb. 7 HC Spirit Day—Wear your HC spirit t-shirt or class t-shirt and jeans. Fri. Feb. 7 Open House Fri. Feb. 7 PTL M&M Valentine Cookies Bake Sale Fri. Feb. 7 PTL Meeting 8:20 a.m. Fri. Feb. 7 PTL FUN NIGHT 6-9pm Sun. Feb. 9 MS Choir / Drama 11:00 a.m. service Tues. Feb. 11 Cheer Camp Tues. Feb. 11 Chess 1st & 2nd Grs. 3:30-4:30 Wed. Feb. 12 Chapel 8:20 a.m.—led by kindergarten Wed. Feb. 12 Chess 3rd-8th 3:30-4:30pm Thur. Feb. 13 Parents in Prayer 8:20 a.m. Thur. Feb. 13 Classroom Valentine Parties Thur. Feb. 13 Pep Rally 2:45pm Fri. Feb. 14 No School Teacher In-service Fri.- Sat. Feb. 14 & 15 Topeka Basketball Tournament Mon. Feb. 17 No School—Presidents’ Day Tues. Feb. 18 5th Gr. goes to Exploration Place 9:50-3:00 Tues. Feb. 18 Chess 1st & 2nd Gr. Wed. Feb. 19 Chapel 8:20 a.m. Wed. Feb. 19 Iowa Assessments Feb. 19-28 Wed. Feb. 19 Chess 3rd-8th grs. 3:30-4:30 Wed. Feb. 19 STUCO Mtg. 3:45-4:15 p.m. Sat. Feb. 22 Chess Tournament at Holy Cross Tue. Feb. 25 4th Gr. To Halstead Tue. Feb. 25 Kdg. Open House 6:00 p.m. Wed. Feb. 26 Ash Wednesday Worship 9:30 a.m. & 7pm Wed. Feb. 26 Chess 3rd-8th grs. 3:30-4:30 Fri. Feb. 28 Free Dress Day Fri. Feb. 28 Lifetouch Spring & Group Pictures Fri. Feb. 28 Parents in Prayer 8:20 a.m. LOOKING AHEAD Tue. Mar. 10 Biz Kids Expo Thur. Mar. 12 K-5 Musicals 7 p.m. Fri. Mar. 13 Grandparents Day 8:15-11:00 a.m. Fri. Mar. 13 School dismisses at 11:00 a.m.

Mar. 16-20 Spring Break—No School

Biz Kids Expo Tuesday, March 10th

End of school day & 5:00-7:00PM

1. Expo Participation Registration – due by February 7th Business Name (if already known) ________________________________________________ Your Name ____________________________________________________ Grade _________ Describe your business/product/service ____________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ Holy Cross will provide one table per business. You will provide everything else needed. Do you anticipate needing access to an outlet? Yes No Parent Signature ____________________________________ Date _____________________ Email Address _________________________________________________________________ ____ My child has my permission to work with ______________________________________ on a business partnership. I will help make arrangements to get the kids together prior to the Biz Kids Expo for them to work together on their business. *This is a FREE event for participation, but we ask everyone to take it seriously. Please commit to this Expo by planning your business in advance and working on it regularly. We encourage you to attend our FREE Workshop to help you learn more about running a business and setting up for the Biz Kids Expo. You may still participate in the Expo without attending the Workshop.

2. Workshop Participation Registration – due by February 7th ____ My child ________________________________ will attend the FREE Biz Kidz Workshop on Saturday, February 29th from 10am to 12pm to help prepare for the Expo. ____ He/she can eat approximately (one two three) pieces of pizza. Circle top 2 single toppings for pizza: Beef Cheese Pepperoni Sausage Ham Parent Signature ____________________________________ Date _____________________

Biz Kids Holy Cross Lutheran

Hello! We are very excited to offer this new opportunity at Holy Cross. The Biz Kidz Expo and Workshop will be an experience where children can be creative and take chances in a safe, hands-on learning environment. Here is what you need to know about Biz Kidz:

The Holy Cross Biz Kidz Expo will be Tuesday, March 10th, in two portions – at the end of the school day and open to the community from 5PM to 7PM. Businesses need to be open for both portions.

Children in grades K to 8 may participate as vendors at this expo. Siblings or friends may create a business partnership and work together as one business with parent permission and coordination to work collaboratively on the business.

Space could limit the number of participants, so please register early to hold your spot. Choosing your business and creating your product may take time, and you may change your mind throughout the process – that is okay! Get registered now, and let us know if you make any changes.

Children are asked to make or do something with their own hands. You may NOT purchase products to resell. We want to discourage parents from getting too involved. We truly want this to be done by the kids. The reason for this emphasis is that they will learn better if they do the work.

In order for this to be an authentic learning experience, we recommend that your child purchase their supplies with their own money. Spending Dad & Mom’s money is easier than spending their own! If they need help, consider working out a loan agreement, where they pay you back from their earnings after the fair.

Workshop – we will offer an optional workshop {FREE} to all registered participants. This will be Saturday, February 29th, from 10am to 12pm at the school. We will work with the attendees to brainstorm their business ideas (if needed), discuss marketing, pricing, displays, customer service, and more. *You must be registered in advance to attend the workshop so that we can have supplies ready.

Everyone will be provided with one table. Each business owner is responsible for all other supplies to run their business. If you know you will need access to an outlet, please make sure to note that on the registration so we can make sure your booth is near one. You will need to provide your own power cords.

If your business involves food or other potentially messy things, please be prepared to clean up afterwards. We will have some trash cans located throughout the expo.

All participants will be expected to help advertise for the expo. We will provide 4 flyers per student for promotion. You may pass out more, make a video to advertise, share with family and friends, post on community bulletin boards, etc.

If you are ready to register, please complete the attached form and return it to the school office ASAP, no later than February 7th.

Katie Nelson, Ammie Maltz, Christina Dunleavy

Biz Kids Holy Cross Lutheran

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A FUN-FILLED FIESTA!

*The cost for dinner is a freewill donation**Cash, Check, or Credit will be accepted for winning auction bids

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Do you have a child attending kindergarten next year? Do you want to learn more about kindergarten at HCLS?

Join us for our Kindergarten Open House!

Questions? Call the School Office at (316) 684-4431 Holy Cross Lutheran School | 600 N. Greenwich Rd.

Open House

Meet our kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Snow

See the HCLS difference

Learn about our curriculum

February 25 at 6pm