Announcements 11/1/24
LUNCH TODAY: Getting in the Harry Potter Spirit…
Hagrid’s Hearty Pasta Cauldron (A magical mix of either Alfredo or Marinara, with a breadstick wand to stir up some flavor!)
Golden Snitch Strips (Crispy, golden, and impossible to catch-these tenders fly off the plate!)
Hogwarts House Pie (A spellbinding pizza with toppings fit for all four houses, making every slice a magical bite!)
The Triwizard Bacon Burger (A champion’s choice, loaded with crispy bacon and cheesy goodness, worthy of a Triwizard victory feast!)
LUNCH MONDAY: Alfredo or Marinara Pasta Bowl & Bread Stick, Chicken Tenders, Pizza, Cheeseburger & FF
DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
November 1, 2024
LUNCH TODAY: Getting in the Harry Potter Spirit…
Hagrid’s Hearty Pasta Cauldron (A magical mix of either Alfredo or Marinara, with a breadstick wand to stir up some flavor!)
Golden Snitch Strips (Crispy, golden, and impossible to catch-these tenders fly off the plate!)
Hogwarts House Pie (A spellbinding pizza with toppings fit for all four houses, making every slice a magical bite!)
The Triwizard Bacon Burger (A champion’s choice, loaded with crispy bacon and cheesy goodness, worthy of a Triwizard victory feast!)
LUNCH MONDAY: Alfredo or Marinara Pasta Bowl & Bread Stick, Chicken Tenders, Pizza, Cheeseburger & FF
HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Students, please submit your VOLUNTEER SERVICE HOURS for 2024-2025 within 30 days of completing your hours. Organizations and needs can be found on the Community Crusade site on your Crusader Connect Resource board. High School students must complete and submit at least 20 hours per year by May 15, 2025.
HS Boys Basketball tryouts are November 16th. Tryout times are as follows: sophomores, juniors, and seniors are at 11am-1pm and freshmen at 1:30pm-3:30pm. Remember you cannot try out if your registration in Aktivate is not completed. Please have this done by November 8th. Email Coach Rama at flhsboysbasketball@flhsemail.org with any questions. (11/16)
NSCAA is offering 25% off the Hall of Fame Series at T-Mobile Arena on 11/4/24. The Hall of Fame series is a collection of multi-game, singular events that will showcase several of the top collegiate basketball teams in exciting non-conference matchups. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets (11/4)
Breakthrough T1D, formerly JDRF, the leading 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to research and advocacy for type 1 diabetes (T1D) is in need of volunteers in our upcoming Breakthrough T1D Walk on November 16th at UNLV. This event is not just a walk; it’s a celebration of the T1D community that raises awareness of T1D, fosters engagement, and fundraisers to support crucial research efforts that improve the lives of those with T1D and ultimately find a cure.
The Breakthrough T1D Walk offers a great way for volunteers to earn service hours while participating in an incredibly meaningful event for the T1D community. We have volunteer positions available on Friday, November 15th and Saturday, November 16th. All the available volunteer positions can be found here: www.signupgenius.com/go/LasVegasWalk. Whether your members can help for a few hours or the whole day, your support will make a huge difference! Questions, contact ccross@BreakthroughT1D.org (11/14)
Congratulations to the following for being selected as Students and Teacher of the month for the month of October: Emily Tan and Claire Franks, teacher: Señor Heupel (11/7)
High School Boys and Girls Wrestling Interest???
Who: All high school Boys and Girls interested in Wrestling this Winter.
High School Wrestling Preseason Practices
When: Practices are usually Monday - Thursday from 3p-4:30p
Where: The Wrestling Room (in the Northwest corner of the Aux Gym).
Please contact Coach Gonzales and he will add you to the weekly email list.
rayes.gonzales@flhsemail.org (11/18)
SERVICE HOUR OPPORTUNITY!! This Saturday! The mission of the Miracle League of Las Vegas is to provide children and adults with cognitive and/or physical challenges in the greater Las Vegas community the opportunity to play baseball in a safe and nurturing environment. Players are paired with a Buddy, both at bat and while in the field, for the entire game. No experience needed. We need buddy volunteers for Miracle League players for the following fall season Saturday game days! Sign-up details may be found on our website volunteer page, https://miracleleaguelasvegas.com/volunteer. The following shifts are available: (11/8)
Saturday 11-2-24
7:45 - 11:00am
10:45am - 1:00pm
12:45 - 3:00pm
2:45 - 5:00pm
Saturday 11-9-24
7:45 - 11:00am
10:45am - 1:00pm
12:45 - 3:00pm
2:45 - 5:00pm
If you are interested in trying out for High School BOYS Basketball, please fill out this form: HS BOYS BASKETBALL TRYOUT INTEREST FORM Please remember you cannot try out if your registration in Aktivate is not completed. Email Coach Rama at flhsboysbasketball@flhsemail.org with any questions. (11/1)
It’s Football Intramural time! HS Flag Football Intramurals has kicked off to a great start. If you are interested in playing HS flag football this winter season, and you are currently not in a HS Fall sport, come out and have some fun. Please reach out to varsity coach Rodney Detommaso or Athletic Director Cy Frederick for intramural dates. We hope to see you there. For more information regarding HS flag football contact Rodney.detommaso@flhsemail.org or Cy Frederick frederickc@flhsemail.org (11/1)
Are you interested in High School Track & Field? Fill out the interest form HERE. Information about the season schedule, charges, and other important items will be sent out on November 1st. (11/1)
All girls interested in playing Basketball should contact Coach Karner.
Remember to play High school sports you must register through Aktivate
prior to tryouts. *Tryouts are Nov. 16*, but we will have open gyms
throughout the Fall so contact Coach Karner today! karnerj@flhsemail.org
OR stop by the weight room and say hi. (11/15)
Remember to play High school sports you must register through Aktivate
prior to tryouts. *Tryouts are Nov. 16*, but we will have open gyms
throughout the Fall so contact Coach Karner today! karnerj@flhsemail.org
OR stop by the weight room and say hi. (11/15)
Mid-Level Future Business Leaders of America and DECA will have their Competitive Event Meetings with goodies every Wednesday beginning on August 14th in Room 503 from 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.. Come join us to learn leadership, teamwork and entrepreneurial skills. We will be competing this year in Reno, Nevada in March 2025; details to follow. Any questions email cheryl.burns@flhsemail.org. (11/1)
HS SPORTS REMINDERS
2024/2025 School Year
Aktivate:
If you are planning on participating in High School Sports, please complete your Aktivate registration for the 2024/2025 school year ASAP. The website is as follows: www.aktivate.com
HS Sports Physicals - Please use NEW NIAA Physical forms as of 4/1/23: 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
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 the doctor's signature. --Up to date physicals are required for the 2024/2025 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 11/10/23. The physical is expired as of 11/10/24. It will not be valid for the 2024/2025 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 2024/2025
Fall: Football - 7/30/24 - 11/27/24
Fall: Non-Football Sports - 8/3/24 - 11/27/24
Winter: 11/16/24 - 2/23/25
Spring: 2/15/25 - 5/18/25
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.
MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
NSCAA is offering 25% off the Hall of Fame Series at T-Mobile Arena on 11/4/24. The Hall of Fame series is a collection of multi-game, singular events that will showcase several of the top collegiate basketball teams in exciting non-conference matchups. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets (11/4)
We would love for your child to join us on the 7th Grade school trip to Boston May 26-30, 2025.
The deadline for signing up for the 7th Grade Boston trip is November 1, 2024.
To REGISTER for this trip:
● Go to www.schooltoursofamerica.com
● Select REGISTER FOR THIS TOUR in the upper right corner
● The Trip ID # assigned to us is #B101. You will need to include this and our school name along with the participant information and payment information.
● REGISTRATION DEADLINE is November 1, 2024 with a minimum of $99.
● FINAL PAYMENT for the trip is due March 17, 2025.
● Go to www.schooltoursofamerica.com
● Select REGISTER FOR THIS TOUR in the upper right corner
● The Trip ID # assigned to us is #B101. You will need to include this and our school name along with the participant information and payment information.
● REGISTRATION DEADLINE is November 1, 2024 with a minimum of $99.
● FINAL PAYMENT for the trip is due March 17, 2025.
Please contact Mrs. Carroll or Mr. Paquette for more information. (11/1)
Middle School Art Club Room 101
Meets on Wednesdays
Casual & Fun! Come CREATE in the studio.
-Advisors: Mr. Preston & Mrs. Preston
-3:15 PM to 4:45 PM
MIDDLE SCHOOL SPORTS
MS Girls Basketball
Interest Meeting - October 10th at 3:15 pm in the Library
Tryouts will be November 19th, 20th and 21st
3:30 - 5:30 PM in the Aux Gym
Contact Coach Schwartz at schwartzl@flhsemail.org
MS Girls Basketball (11/21)
MS Boys Basketball
Interest Meeting - November 6th at 3:15 pm in the Aux Gym
Tryouts will be November 12th - 14th
Time and Location TBD
Contact Coach Fuller or Coach Brown for 6th grade @ alexchristianfuller@gmail.com, derek.brown@flhsemail.org
MS Boys Basketball Interest Form (11/14)
MS Wrestling
Interest Meeting - October 10th at 3:15 pm in RM 503
Practices Start TBD
6:30 pm- 7:30 pm in the Wrestling Room
DEVOTIONS
Today’s Reading: Matthew 5:1-12
Daily Lectionary: Deuteronomy 34:1-12; Matthew 21:1-22
Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for so they persecuted the prophets who were before you. (Matthew 5:12)
In the Name + of Jesus. Amen. When Peter made the good confession that Jesus is “the Christ, the Son of the living God,” Jesus said, “Blessed are you, Simon Bar-Jonah! For flesh and blood has not revealed this to you, but my Father who is in heaven” (Matthew 16:17). When was Peter in heaven? Peter was with Jesus, and where Jesus is, that’s where the blessings of heaven are.
To be “blessed” simply means God has acted and given you Jesus. “Blessed are the poor in spirit” because God has acted and given you Jesus. That is why the kingdom is yours.
“Blessed are those who mourn,” “blessed are the meek,” and “blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness” because God has acted and given them Jesus. That is why your tears will be wiped away as you inherit the earth, satisfied with the fulfillment of all God’s promises to you with Jesus.
“Blessed are the merciful,” “blessed are the pure in heart,” and “blessed are the peacemakers” because God has acted and given them Jesus. That is why, Jesus is why, you will receive mercy, see God, and be called a child of God.
And while apart from the first and last beatitudes, the ones in between are future blessings where neither moth nor rust can destroy or thieves break in and steal (Matthew 6:19-21), they certainly are present blessings as well. It is just that one day, we will get to enjoy them in all their fullness. And that brings the beatitudes full circle.
In a world that wants nothing to do with Jesus as our righteousness before God, Christians suffer persecution. “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake,” and “blessed are you when others revile you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on My account. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for so they persecuted the prophets who were before you.”
Today, on All Saints Day, the Church remembers those who have gone before us in the Lord because “in Jesus” is where all the blessings of heaven are. You ask, “O, when the saints go marching in,” how do I know I will “be in that number?” The Jesus God has given you in His Word, in His Water, and at His Supper. That’s how. In the Name + of Jesus. Amen.
For all the saints who from their labors rest, Who Thee by faith before the world confessed, Thy Name, O Jesus, be forever blessed. Alleluia! Alleluia! (LSB 677:1)
-Rev. Bradley Drew, pastor of Mount Olive Lutheran Church in Metairie, LA.
Audio Reflections Speaker: Pastor Jonathan Lackey is the pastor at Grace Lutheran Church, Vine Grove, KY.
Spend time reading and meditating on God’s Word throughout the Church Year with the Enduring Grace Journal. Includes scripture readings, prayers, prompts, and space for journaling. The Church Year Journal, Enduring Grace, now available from Concordia Publishing House.
